Churikanali - Palojori, Deoghar
Churikanali is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Jamua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churikanali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churikanali is 355528. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Churikanali 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 Churikanali
According to the 2011 Census, Churikanali village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 631 males and 506 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.91%, with male literacy at 94.22% and female literacy at 84.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 1,137 | 631 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 522 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 109 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Churikanali
Churikanali 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 Churikanali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Churikanali. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Churikanali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Churikanali is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churikanali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churikanali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Churikanali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churikanali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Churikanali
Where is Churikanali located?
Churikanali village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churikanali?
The Gram Panchayat of Churikanali is Jamua.
What is the pincode of Churikanali?
The pincode of Churikanali is 814146.
What is the population of Churikanali?
Churikanali had a total population of 1,137, including 631 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Churikanali?
Churikanali had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churikanali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churikanali was 89.91%. Male literacy was 94.22% and female literacy was 84.56%.