Chandra - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Chandra is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 110 km from Jamshedpur. Kumardubi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandra is 364614. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.48 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Chandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandra
As per Census 2011, Chandra village has a total population of 695 people, consisting of 361 males and 334 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 361 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 61 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 277 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 84 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Chandra
Chandra 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 Chandra
Chandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Chandra is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandra 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 Chandra
Where is Chandra located?
Chandra village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandra is Kumardubi.
What is the pincode of Chandra?
The pincode of Chandra is 832101.
What is the population of Chandra?
Chandra has a total population of 695, including 361 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Chandra?
There are 154 households in Chandra.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandra is 70.07%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 62.87%.