Chatro - Chandwa, Latehar
Chatro is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Jamira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatro is 367572. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.4 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Chatro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chatro
As per Census 2011, Chatro village has a total population of 950 people, consisting of 516 males and 434 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 539 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 516 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 360 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 156 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Chatro
Chatro is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Angara | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Ambadohar | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Bana | North | 2.29 km |
| Damodar | West | 2.41 km |
| Ardhe | South | 2.57 km |
| Hisri | West | 3.16 km |
| Nagar | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Chakla | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Bhusar | South | 3.90 km |
| Kamta | South-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chatro
Public transport in the Chatro is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Chatro is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chatro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chatro
Where is Chatro located?
Chatro village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatro?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatro is Jamira.
What is the pincode of Chatro?
The pincode of Chatro is 829203.
What is the population of Chatro?
Chatro has a total population of 950, including 516 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Chatro?
There are 151 households in Chatro.
What is the literacy rate in Chatro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatro is 56.74%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 41.24%.