Chhota Chandna - Masalia, Dumka
Chhota Chandna is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Gumro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Chandna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Chandna is 371968. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Chhota Chandna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Chandna
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Chandna village had a total population of 77 people, including 45 males and 32 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 711 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 37.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 34 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Chandna
Chhota 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 Chhota Chandna
Public transport in the Chhota Chandna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Chhota Chandna is about 40 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 Chhota Chandna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Chandna 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 Chhota 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 Chhota Chandna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhota Chandna
Where is Chhota Chandna located?
Chhota Chandna village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Chandna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Chandna is Gumro.
What is the pincode of Chhota Chandna?
The pincode of Chhota Chandna is 814119.
What is the population of Chhota Chandna?
Chhota Chandna had a total population of 77, including 45 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Chandna?
Chhota Chandna had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Chandna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Chandna was 68.75%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 37.04%.