Bara Chandna - Masalia, Dumka
Bara Chandna is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Gumro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Chandna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Chandna is 371961. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.28 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Bara Chandna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Chandna
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Chandna village had a total population of 506 people, including 270 males and 236 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.06%, with male literacy at 83.47% and female literacy at 58.38%.
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 | 506 | 270 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 197 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 73 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Chandna
Bara Chandna 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 Bara Chandna
Public transport in the Bara Chandna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dumka to Bara Chandna is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Chandna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Chandna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bara Chandna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Chandna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bara Chandna
Where is Bara Chandna located?
Bara Chandna village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Chandna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Chandna is Gumro.
What is the pincode of Bara Chandna?
The pincode of Bara Chandna is 814119.
What is the population of Bara Chandna?
Bara Chandna had a total population of 506, including 270 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Bara Chandna?
Bara Chandna had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Chandna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Chandna was 72.06%. Male literacy was 83.47% and female literacy was 58.38%.