Chatanian - Kandi, Garhwa
Chatanian is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Chatania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatanian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatanian is 347302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1748.76 hectares and falls under the 822120 pincode.
Chatanian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatanian
As per Census 2011, Chatanian village has a total population of 3,292 people, consisting of 1,667 males and 1,625 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,168 literate and 2,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatanian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,292 | 1,667 | 1,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 305 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,218 | 604 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 745 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,124 | 922 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Chatanian
Chatanian is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jainath Alias Ghordag | South | 2.12 km |
| Majhiganwan | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Lamari Kalan | East | 3.71 km |
| Hariganwan | East | 4.13 km |
| Dhelka Alias Salga | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Lamari Khurd | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Ratangara | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Kirya | East | 4.86 km |
| Sabua | East | 5.06 km |
| Bato Khurd | North | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chatanian
Chatanian is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Satbahini, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Chatanian is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatanian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatanian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chatanian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatanian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chatanian
Where is Chatanian located?
Chatanian village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatanian?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatanian is Chatania.
What is the pincode of Chatanian?
The pincode of Chatanian is 822120.
What is the population of Chatanian?
Chatanian has a total population of 3,292, including 1,667 males and 1,625 females.
How many households are there in Chatanian?
There are 531 households in Chatanian.
What is the literacy rate in Chatanian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatanian is 35.48%. Male literacy is 44.69% and female literacy is 26.03%.