Chalgida - Rania, Khunti
Chalgida is a village situated in the Rania subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rania and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Khatkhura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalgida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalgida is 375027. The village covers a total geographical area of 609 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Chalgida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalgida
According to the 2011 Census, Chalgida village had a total population of 612 people, including 319 males and 293 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 66.14% and female literacy at 55.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 546.
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 | 612 | 319 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 285 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 166 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 153 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Chalgida
Chalgida 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 Chalgida
Chalgida 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 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 Khunti to Chalgida is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalgida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalgida 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalgida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalgida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalgida
Where is Chalgida located?
Chalgida village is located in Rania Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalgida?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalgida is Khatkhura.
What is the pincode of Chalgida?
The pincode of Chalgida is 835210.
What is the population of Chalgida?
Chalgida had a total population of 612, including 319 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Chalgida?
Chalgida had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalgida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalgida was 60.86%. Male literacy was 66.14% and female literacy was 55.27%.