Dalchak Village - Kundhit, Jamtara
Dalchak is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Gaipathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalchak is 373336. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.89 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Dalchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dalchak
As per Census 2011, Dalchak village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 243 males and 233 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalchak are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 243 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 175 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 68 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Dalchak
Dalchak 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 Dalchak
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dalchak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dalchak is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalchak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalchak
Where is Dalchak located?
Dalchak village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalchak is Gaipathar.
What is the pincode of Dalchak?
The pincode of Dalchak is 815359.
What is the population of Dalchak?
Dalchak has a total population of 476, including 243 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Dalchak?
There are 132 households in Dalchak.
What is the literacy rate in Dalchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalchak is 60.08%. Male literacy is 72.02% and female literacy is 47.64%.