Choto - Devipur, Deoghar
Choto is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Jitjorit serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choto is 354434. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode.
Choto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choto
According to the 2011 Census, Choto village had a total population of 53 people, including 31 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 710 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 72.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Choto
Choto 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purnadih | North-East | 0.55 km |
| Bhugtabandh | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Gosai Bandh | East | 0.83 km |
| Kharna | East | 0.91 km |
| Sirsia | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Gidhaya | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Jitjori | East | 1.41 km |
| Suriya Bandh | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Sankarpur | North | 1.77 km |
| Piparbadiya | South-East | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choto
Public transport in the Choto is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Choto is about 13 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 Choto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choto village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Choto
Where is Choto located?
Choto village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choto?
The Gram Panchayat of Choto is Jitjorit.
What is the pincode of Choto?
The pincode of Choto is 814120.
What is the population of Choto?
Choto had a total population of 53, including 31 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Choto?
Choto had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choto was 76.74%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 72.22%.