Chontha
About Chontha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chontha village is 368428. Chontha village is located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bishungarh (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Alpito is the gram panchayat of Chontha village.
The total geographical area of village is 148.11 hectares. Chontha has a total population of 1,207 peoples, out of which male population is 601 while female population is 606. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1008 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chontha village is 54.93% out of which 64.23% males and 45.71% females are literate. There are about 193 houses in chontha village. Pincode of chontha village locality is 825312.
When it comes to administration, Chontha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chontha village comes under Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency. Bishungarh is nearest town to chontha village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chontha
The population details of Chontha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 601 | 606 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 316 | 154 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 663 | 386 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 215 | 329 |
Connectivity of Chontha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chontha
Where is Chontha located?
Chontha village is situated in Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chontha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chontha is Alpito (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chontha?
The pincode of Chontha is 825312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chontha is 1,207, with 601 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chontha village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chontha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chontha is 54.93%. The male literacy rate is 64.23%, while the female literacy rate is 45.71%.