Chorkheda - Jarmundi, Dumka
Chorkheda is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Chorkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorkheda is 369984. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Chorkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chorkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Chorkheda village had a total population of 560 people, including 284 males and 276 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.98%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 60.50%.
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 | 560 | 284 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 226 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 58 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Chorkheda
Chorkheda 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 Chorkheda
Chorkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chorkheda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Chorkheda is about 31 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 Chorkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chorkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chorkheda
Where is Chorkheda located?
Chorkheda village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chorkheda?
Chorkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chorkheda?
The pincode of Chorkheda is 814145.
What is the population of Chorkheda?
Chorkheda had a total population of 560, including 284 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Chorkheda?
Chorkheda had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorkheda was 75.98%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 60.50%.