Chano - Birni, Giridih
Chano is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Kapilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chano village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chano is 352247. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Chano village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chano
As per Census 2011, Chano village has a total population of 903 people, consisting of 449 males and 454 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chano are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 903 | 449 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 90 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 492 | 310 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 139 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Chano
Chano 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paplo | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Birinda | East | 1.98 km |
| Rajmania | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Pathardiha | South | 2.08 km |
| Rupaidih | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kapilo | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Ambadih | North | 2.48 km |
| Muraina | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Pandna Kalan | South | 3.41 km |
| Bodgo | North-East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chano
Public transport in the Chano is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaube, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Chano is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chano
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chano 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 Chano
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chano village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chano
Where is Chano located?
Chano village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chano?
The Gram Panchayat of Chano is Kapilo.
What is the pincode of Chano?
The pincode of Chano is 825324.
What is the population of Chano?
Chano has a total population of 903, including 449 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Chano?
There are 141 households in Chano.
What is the literacy rate in Chano?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chano is 54.49%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 40.09%.