Chaitudih - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Chaitudih is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Malkera South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaitudih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaitudih is 361535. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.09 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Chaitudih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaitudih
As per Census 2011, Chaitudih village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 664 males and 599 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 769 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaitudih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 664 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 84 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 202 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 487 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 177 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Chaitudih
Chaitudih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkera Part | East | 1.04 km |
| Dubrajpur | South | 1.39 km |
| Dharmubandh | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Agardi | North | 1.75 km |
| Debagram | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Nawadi | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Tundabari | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Chainpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Kumarjuri | East | 2.34 km |
| Rampur | South-East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaitudih
Chaitudih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tentulla, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhanbad to Chaitudih 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 Chaitudih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaitudih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaitudih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaitudih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaitudih
Where is Chaitudih located?
Chaitudih village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaitudih?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaitudih is Malkera South.
What is the pincode of Chaitudih?
The pincode of Chaitudih is 828125.
What is the population of Chaitudih?
Chaitudih has a total population of 1,263, including 664 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Chaitudih?
There are 229 households in Chaitudih.
What is the literacy rate in Chaitudih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaitudih is 60.89%. Male literacy is 73.34% and female literacy is 47.08%.