Chandania - Dhanwar, Giridih
Chandania is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jarisingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandania is 351117. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Chandania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandania
As per Census 2011, Chandania village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 190 males and 187 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 190 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 135 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 55 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Chandania
Chandania 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 Chandania
Public transport in the Chandania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chandania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Chandania is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandania 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandania
Where is Chandania located?
Chandania village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandania?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandania is Jarisingha.
What is the pincode of Chandania?
The pincode of Chandania is 825412.
What is the population of Chandania?
Chandania has a total population of 377, including 190 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Chandania?
There are 75 households in Chandania.
What is the literacy rate in Chandania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandania is 64.19%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 57.22%.