Ete - Chandwa, Latehar
Ete is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Candwa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ete village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ete is 367550. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Ete 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 Ete
As per Census 2011, Ete village has a total population of 849 people, consisting of 414 males and 435 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ete are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 849 | 414 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 154 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 206 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 208 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ete
Ete 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasang | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Nawadih | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Tota | West | 1.91 km |
| Bari | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Latdag | East | 3.12 km |
| An | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Surli | North | 3.42 km |
| Sikni | West | 3.84 km |
| Darea | North | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ete
Public transport in the Ete is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chetar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Ete is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ete
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ete village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ete
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ete 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 Ete
Where is Ete located?
Ete village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ete?
The Gram Panchayat of Ete is Bari.
What is the pincode of Ete?
The pincode of Ete is 829203.
What is the population of Ete?
Ete has a total population of 849, including 414 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Ete?
There are 171 households in Ete.
What is the literacy rate in Ete?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ete is 39.22%. Male literacy is 49.76% and female literacy is 29.20%.