Chandara - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Chandara is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. Matihani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandara is 369356. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode.
Chandara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandara
According to the 2011 Census, Chandara village had a total population of 319 people, including 167 males and 152 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.08%, with male literacy at 44.85% and female literacy at 34.92%.
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 | 319 | 167 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 106 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chandara
Chandara 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 Chandara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chandara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Chandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandara
Where is Chandara located?
Chandara village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandara is Matihani.
What is the pincode of Chandara?
The pincode of Chandara is 814145.
What is the population of Chandara?
Chandara had a total population of 319, including 167 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Chandara?
Chandara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandara was 40.08%. Male literacy was 44.85% and female literacy was 34.92%.