Chihutimaran - Dhanwar, Giridih
Chihutimaran 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chandrakho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chihutimaran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chihutimaran is 350938. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.99 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode.
Chihutimaran 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 Chihutimaran
As per Census 2011, Chihutimaran village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 377 males and 358 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chihutimaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 377 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 211 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 166 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Chihutimaran
Chihutimaran 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhuatand | North | 1.29 km |
| Dughara | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Chandarkho | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Bhaluwai | South | 2.29 km |
| Sapamaran | East | 2.51 km |
| Udmandri | North | 2.56 km |
| Panchrukhi | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Giridih | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Dhanwariadih | North | 2.79 km |
| Kubri | South-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chihutimaran
Chihutimaran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Chihutimaran is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chihutimaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chihutimaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chihutimaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chihutimaran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chihutimaran
Where is Chihutimaran located?
Chihutimaran village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chihutimaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Chihutimaran is Chandrakho.
What is the pincode of Chihutimaran?
The pincode of Chihutimaran is 825418.
What is the population of Chihutimaran?
Chihutimaran has a total population of 735, including 377 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Chihutimaran?
There are 96 households in Chihutimaran.
What is the literacy rate in Chihutimaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chihutimaran is 46.53%. Male literacy is 55.97% and female literacy is 36.59%.