Chanchu - Garu, Latehar
Chanchu is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Chorha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanchu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanchu is 367129. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Chanchu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanchu
According to the 2011 Census, Chanchu village had a total population of 123 people, including 57 males and 66 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.19%, with male literacy at 56.00% and female literacy at 35.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Chanchu
Chanchu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarju | North | 1.05 km |
| Ghasitola | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Alagdiha | West | 1.66 km |
| Hanumantola | North | 1.77 km |
| Udaipur | North | 1.86 km |
| Pailapathal | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Sonwar | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Murpa | West | 2.88 km |
| Rol | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Patratu | North | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanchu
Chanchu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Latehar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Chanchu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanchu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanchu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chanchu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanchu 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 Chanchu
Where is Chanchu located?
Chanchu village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanchu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanchu is Chorha.
What is the pincode of Chanchu?
The pincode of Chanchu is 829204.
What is the population of Chanchu?
Chanchu had a total population of 123, including 57 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Chanchu?
Chanchu had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanchu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanchu was 45.19%. Male literacy was 56.00% and female literacy was 35.19%.