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.

Here you can discover what makes Chamatu unique in its vibrant Balumath-Latehar region. You’ll see Chamatu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

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Population of Chamatu

According to the 2011 Census, Chamatu has a total population of about 1,606, with approximately 821 males and 785 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 508 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.27%, with male literacy at about 50.18% and female literacy near 38.09%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chamatu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.