Checharia Kalan - Kandi, Garhwa
Checharia Kalan is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Checharia Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Checharia Kalan is 347220. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.31 hectares and falls under the 822120 pincode.
Checharia Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Checharia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Checharia Kalan village had a total population of 24 people, including 12 males and 12 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Checharia Kalan
Checharia Kalan 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 Checharia Kalan
Public transport in the Checharia Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Checharia Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Checharia Kalan is about 38 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 Checharia Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Checharia Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Checharia Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Checharia Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Checharia Kalan
Where is Checharia Kalan located?
Checharia Kalan village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Checharia Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Checharia Kalan is Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Checharia Kalan?
The pincode of Checharia Kalan is 822120.
What is the population of Checharia Kalan?
Checharia Kalan had a total population of 24, including 12 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Checharia Kalan?
Checharia Kalan had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Checharia Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Checharia Kalan was 86.36%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 81.82%.