Chungalkhar - Jamua, Giridih
Chungalkhar is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Giridih, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chunghalkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chungalkhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chungalkhar is 351176. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.65 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Chungalkhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chungalkhar
As per Census 2011, Chungalkhar village has a total population of 3,063 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,507 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 615 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,690 literate and 1,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chungalkhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,063 | 1,556 | 1,507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 615 | 319 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 205 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,690 | 1,032 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,373 | 524 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Chungalkhar
Chungalkhar 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 Chungalkhar
Chungalkhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Chungalkhar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chungalkhar 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 Chungalkhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chungalkhar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chungalkhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chungalkhar 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 Chungalkhar
Where is Chungalkhar located?
Chungalkhar village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chungalkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chungalkhar is Chunghalkhar.
What is the pincode of Chungalkhar?
The pincode of Chungalkhar is 825412.
What is the population of Chungalkhar?
Chungalkhar has a total population of 3,063, including 1,556 males and 1,507 females.
How many households are there in Chungalkhar?
There are 447 households in Chungalkhar.
What is the literacy rate in Chungalkhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chungalkhar is 55.17%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 43.66%.