Chandli - Balumath, Latehar
Chandli is a village situated in the Balumath subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balumath and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Murpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandli is 367423. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.49 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Chandli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandli
According to the 2011 Census, Chandli village had a total population of 450 people, including 231 males and 219 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.30%, with male literacy at 62.01% and female literacy at 37.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 450 | 231 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 111 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 120 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Chandli
Chandli 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 Chandli
Public transport in the Chandli 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Chandli 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 Chandli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandli 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 Chandli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandli 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 Chandli
Where is Chandli located?
Chandli village is located in Balumath Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandli is Murpa.
What is the pincode of Chandli?
The pincode of Chandli is 829202.
What is the population of Chandli?
Chandli had a total population of 450, including 231 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Chandli?
Chandli had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandli was 50.30%. Male literacy was 62.01% and female literacy was 37.11%.