Chontha
Chontha is a village located in Pathalgora subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Pathalgora (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Nawadih Damaul is the gram panchayat of Chontha village.
Here you can discover what makes Chontha unique in its vibrant Pathalgora-Chatra region. You’ll see Chontha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chontha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chontha is 349285. The village spans a total geographical area of 365 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Pathalgora is nearest town to Chontha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chontha
Population of Chontha
According to the 2011 Census, Chontha has a total population of about 1,040, with approximately 550 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.40%, with male literacy at about 69.27% and female literacy near 44.08%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chontha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 550 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 140 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 597 | 381 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 169 | 274 |
Connectivity of Chontha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chontha. As per the 2011 stats, Chontha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chontha
Knowing the nearby villages of Chontha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chontha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chontha
- Where is Chontha located?
- Chontha village is situated in Pathalgora Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chontha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chontha is Nawadih Damaul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chontha?
- The pincode of Chontha is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chontha is 1,040, with 550 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chontha village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chontha is 57.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.27%, while the female literacy rate is 44.08%.