Chanch
Chanch is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 47km away from Dhanbad, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chanch village. As per 2009 stats, Chanch village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chanch unique in its vibrant Nirsa Chirkunda-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Chanch’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chanch
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chanch is 362176. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 828204. Chirkunda is nearest town to Chanch village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chanch
Population of Chanch
According to the 2011 Census, Chanch has a total population of about 3,565, with approximately 1,855 males and 1,710 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 509 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 914 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 429. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.22%, with male literacy at about 65.61% and female literacy near 48.13%. There are around 718 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chanch's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,565 | 1,855 | 1,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 278 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 458 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 222 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,217 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 638 | 887 |
Connectivity of Chanch
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chanch. As per the 2011 stats, Chanch had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chanch
Knowing the nearby villages of Chanch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chanch.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanch
- Where is Chanch located?
- Chanch village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chanch?
- Chanch serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chanch?
- The pincode of Chanch is 828204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chanch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chanch is 3,565, with 1,855 males and 1,710 females.
- How many households are there in Chanch as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chanch village has a total of 718 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chanch as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chanch is 57.22%. The male literacy rate is 65.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.13%.