Chalkari Kalan
Chalkari Kalan is a village located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Vishnugarh (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Kharna is the gram panchayat of Chalkari Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chalkari Kalan unique in its vibrant Bishungarh-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Chalkari Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chalkari Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalkari Kalan is 368393. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825323. Bishungarh is nearest town to Chalkari Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chalkari Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chalkari Kalan
Population of Chalkari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Chalkari Kalan has a total population of about 471, with approximately 245 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 245. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.62%, with male literacy at about 64.49% and female literacy near 31.42%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalkari Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 245 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 158 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 87 | 155 |
Connectivity of Chalkari Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalkari Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Chalkari Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalkari Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalkari Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalkari Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkari Kalan
- Where is Chalkari Kalan located?
- Chalkari Kalan village is situated in Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalkari Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalkari Kalan is Kharna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalkari Kalan?
- The pincode of Chalkari Kalan is 825323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalkari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkari Kalan is 471, with 245 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Chalkari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalkari Kalan village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalkari Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkari Kalan is 48.62%. The male literacy rate is 64.49%, while the female literacy rate is 31.42%.