Chamatu
Chamatu is a village located in Balumath subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Balumath (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur is the gram panchayat of Chamatu village.
Chamatu has its own place in the vibrant Latehar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chamatu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamatu is 367358. The village spans a total geographical area of 1236.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Balumath is nearest town to Chamatu village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chamatu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chamatu
Population of Chamatu
Below is a concise population overview of Chamatu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 821 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 164 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 255 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 412 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 409 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chamatu village:
- The total population of Chamatu village is around 1,606, including approximately 821 males and 785 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 302 children aged 0–6 years in Chamatu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chamatu village has 508 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chamatu village is about 44.27%, with male literacy at 50.18% and female literacy at 38.09%.
- There are around 340 households in Chamatu village.
Connectivity of Chamatu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamatu. As per the 2011 stats, Chamatu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamatu
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamatu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamatu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamatu
- Where is Chamatu located?
- Chamatu village is situated in Balumath Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamatu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chamatu is Ganeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chamatu?
- The pincode of Chamatu is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamatu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamatu is 1,606, with 821 males and 785 females.
- How many households are there in Chamatu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamatu village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamatu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamatu is 44.27%. The male literacy rate is 50.18%, while the female literacy rate is 38.09%.