Chururia - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Chururia is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Chururiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chururia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chururia is 361204. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.47 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Chururia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chururia
According to the 2011 Census, Chururia village had a total population of 1,721 people, including 880 males and 841 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.22%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 40.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 637.
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 | 1,721 | 880 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 122 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 637 | 325 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 619 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 261 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Chururia
Chururia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaldhoa | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Ghurnibera | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Lukia | West | 1.75 km |
| Sundarpahari | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Patkol | South | 2.48 km |
| Gopinathpur | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Pandnitanr | South | 2.55 km |
| Nutandih | North | 2.59 km |
| Naoghata | North | 2.80 km |
| Janedih | North-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chururia
Chururia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.1 km.
| 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 Dhanbad to Chururia is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chururia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chururia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chururia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chururia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chururia
Where is Chururia located?
Chururia village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chururia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chururia is Chururiya.
What is the pincode of Chururia?
The pincode of Chururia is 828142.
What is the population of Chururia?
Chururia had a total population of 1,721, including 880 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Chururia?
Chururia had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chururia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chururia was 62.22%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 40.36%.