Chitmatand - Dhanwar, Giridih
Chitmatand is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gundari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitmatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitmatand is 350936. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode.
Chitmatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Chitmatand
According to the 2011 Census, Chitmatand village had a total population of 576 people, including 294 males and 282 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 49.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 576 | 294 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 69 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 173 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 121 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chitmatand
Chitmatand 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 Chitmatand
Chitmatand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chitmatand has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chitmatand is about 73 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 Chitmatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitmatand 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 Chitmatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitmatand 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chitmatand
Where is Chitmatand located?
Chitmatand village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitmatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitmatand is Gundari.
What is the pincode of Chitmatand?
The pincode of Chitmatand is 825418.
What is the population of Chitmatand?
Chitmatand had a total population of 576, including 294 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Chitmatand?
Chitmatand had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitmatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitmatand was 62.99%. Male literacy was 76.89% and female literacy was 49.79%.