Charkadih - Kundhit, Jamtara
Charkadih is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Sudrakshipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkadih is 373324. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.1 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Charkadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkadih
According to the 2011 Census, Charkadih village had a total population of 640 people, including 313 males and 327 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.93%, with male literacy at 61.24% and female literacy at 52.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 600.
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 | 640 | 313 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 293 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 155 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Charkadih
Charkadih 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 Charkadih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Charkadih.
| 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 Jamtara to Charkadih is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charkadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Charkadih
Where is Charkadih located?
Charkadih village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charkadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkadih is Sudrakshipur.
What is the pincode of Charkadih?
The pincode of Charkadih is 815359.
What is the population of Charkadih?
Charkadih had a total population of 640, including 313 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Charkadih?
Charkadih had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charkadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkadih was 56.93%. Male literacy was 61.24% and female literacy was 52.79%.