Chaktarna - Palojori, Deoghar
Chaktarna is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dudhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaktarna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaktarna is 355363. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Chaktarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaktarna
According to the 2011 Census, Chaktarna village had a total population of 276 people, including 148 males and 128 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.23%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 58.42%.
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 | 276 | 148 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 105 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 43 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Chaktarna
Chaktarna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaktarna
Public transport in the Chaktarna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Chaktarna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaktarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaktarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaktarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaktarna 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 Chaktarna
Where is Chaktarna located?
Chaktarna village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaktarna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaktarna is Dudhani.
What is the pincode of Chaktarna?
The pincode of Chaktarna is 814146.
What is the population of Chaktarna?
Chaktarna had a total population of 276, including 148 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Chaktarna?
Chaktarna had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaktarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaktarna was 75.23%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 58.42%.