Chak Chamu - Mahagama, Godda
Chak Chamu is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Ramkol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Chamu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Chamu is 356523. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.69 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Chak Chamu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Chamu
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Chamu village had a total population of 265 people, including 141 males and 124 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.92%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 35.42%.
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 | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 77 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Chamu
Chak Chamu 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 Chak Chamu
Chak Chamu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Chak Chamu is about 42 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 Chak Chamu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Chamu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Chamu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Chamu 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 Chak Chamu
Where is Chak Chamu located?
Chak Chamu village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Chamu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Chamu is Ramkol.
What is the pincode of Chak Chamu?
The pincode of Chak Chamu is 814155.
What is the population of Chak Chamu?
Chak Chamu had a total population of 265, including 141 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Chak Chamu?
Chak Chamu had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Chamu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Chamu was 50.92%. Male literacy was 63.11% and female literacy was 35.42%.