Chalkari Khurd - Bishungarh, Hazaribagh
Chalkari Khurd is a village situated in the Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishungarh and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Kharna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalkari Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalkari Khurd is 368395. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.64 hectares and falls under the 825315 pincode.
Chalkari Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalkari Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Chalkari Khurd village had a total population of 289 people, including 150 males and 139 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 46.43%. 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 | 289 | 150 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 96 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 54 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chalkari Khurd
Chalkari Khurd 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 Chalkari Khurd
Public transport in the Chalkari Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Chalkari Khurd is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalkari Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalkari Khurd 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalkari Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalkari Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalkari Khurd
Where is Chalkari Khurd located?
Chalkari Khurd village is located in Bishungarh Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalkari Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalkari Khurd is Kharna.
What is the pincode of Chalkari Khurd?
The pincode of Chalkari Khurd is 825315.
What is the population of Chalkari Khurd?
Chalkari Khurd had a total population of 289, including 150 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Chalkari Khurd?
Chalkari Khurd had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalkari Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalkari Khurd was 61.67%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 46.43%.