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.

Chontha has its own place in the vibrant Chatra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chontha

Below is a concise population overview of Chontha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chontha village:

  • The total population of Chontha village is around 1,040, including approximately 550 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Chontha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chontha village has 261 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chontha village is about 57.40%, with male literacy at 69.27% and female literacy at 44.08%.
  • There are around 224 households in Chontha village.

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.

Bahera Meramgara Meral Angara Kalan Kuba Maranga Nawadih Damol Bajobar Belhar Dumi Barwadih Alias Nimekhap

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%.