Renchi - Chandwa, Latehar
Renchi 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 20 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Banhardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Renchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Renchi is 367544. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Renchi 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 Renchi
As per Census 2011, Renchi village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 602 males and 589 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 862 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Renchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 602 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 114 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 448 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 333 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 269 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Renchi
Renchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darea | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Banhardi | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Rajbar | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Jareang | North | 2.53 km |
| Surli | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Aragunde | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Lejang | North | 3.61 km |
| Bari | South | 3.96 km |
| Temki | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Kuriam Khurd | North-East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Renchi
Public transport in the Renchi 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 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Renchi 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 Renchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Renchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Renchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Renchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Renchi
Where is Renchi located?
Renchi village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Renchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Renchi is Banhardi.
What is the pincode of Renchi?
The pincode of Renchi is 829203.
What is the population of Renchi?
Renchi has a total population of 1,191, including 602 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Renchi?
There are 218 households in Renchi.
What is the literacy rate in Renchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Renchi is 46.18%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 36.84%.