Kendua Chak - Palojori, Deoghar
Kendua Chak is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Birajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendua Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendua Chak is 355495. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Kendua Chak 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 Kendua Chak
As per Census 2011, Kendua Chak village has a total population of 240 people, consisting of 124 males and 116 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendua Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 84 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 40 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kendua Chak
Kendua Chak 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 Kendua Chak
Kendua Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kendua Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Kendua Chak is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendua Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendua Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kendua Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendua Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kendua Chak
Where is Kendua Chak located?
Kendua Chak village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendua Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendua Chak is Birajpur.
What is the pincode of Kendua Chak?
The pincode of Kendua Chak is 814146.
What is the population of Kendua Chak?
Kendua Chak has a total population of 240, including 124 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Kendua Chak?
There are 47 households in Kendua Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Kendua Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendua Chak is 44.58%. Male literacy is 67.74% and female literacy is 19.83%.