Gadi Choto - Jama, Dumka
Gadi Choto is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bedia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadi Choto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadi Choto is 371754. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.3 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Gadi Choto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadi Choto
According to the 2011 Census, Gadi Choto village had a total population of 298 people, including 152 males and 146 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.83%, with male literacy at 48.41% and female literacy at 35.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 91 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Gadi Choto
Gadi Choto 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 Gadi Choto
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gadi Choto.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dumka to Gadi Choto is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadi Choto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadi Choto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadi Choto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadi Choto 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gadi Choto
Where is Gadi Choto located?
Gadi Choto village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadi Choto?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadi Choto is Bedia.
What is the pincode of Gadi Choto?
The pincode of Gadi Choto is 814110.
What is the population of Gadi Choto?
Gadi Choto had a total population of 298, including 152 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Gadi Choto?
Gadi Choto had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadi Choto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadi Choto was 41.83%. Male literacy was 48.41% and female literacy was 35.20%.