Chanda - Ichak, Hazaribagh
Chanda is a village situated in the Ichak subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichak and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Kariyatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 368111. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 825402 pincode. Ichak is the nearest town.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 891 people, including 465 males and 426 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.24%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 64.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 891 | 465 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 351 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 114 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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 Chanda
Chanda 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 Hazaribagh to Chanda is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Ichak Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda is Kariyatpur.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 825402.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 891, including 465 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 77.24%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 64.48%.