Edla - Simaria, Chatra
Edla is a village situated in the Simaria subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simaria and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Edla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edla is 349361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode.
Edla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Edla
As per Census 2011, Edla village has a total population of 5,788 people, consisting of 2,999 males and 2,789 females. The village has 1,046 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,017 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,001 literate and 2,787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,043 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,788 | 2,999 | 2,789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,017 | 505 | 512 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 543 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 3,001 | 1,827 | 1,174 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,787 | 1,172 | 1,615 |
Nearby Villages of Edla
Edla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadle | North | 1.90 km |
| Pundra | West | 2.64 km |
| Katia | South | 2.64 km |
| Rol | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Patna | West | 3.46 km |
| Dari | West | 3.86 km |
| Murue | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Lipda | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Tutilwa | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Bongagarha | South | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edla
Edla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ray, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Edla is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Edla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Edla
Where is Edla located?
Edla village is located in Simaria Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edla?
Edla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edla?
The pincode of Edla is 825103.
What is the population of Edla?
Edla has a total population of 5,788, including 2,999 males and 2,789 females.
How many households are there in Edla?
There are 1,046 households in Edla.
What is the literacy rate in Edla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edla is 51.85%. Male literacy is 60.92% and female literacy is 42.09%.