Chiraiya - Garu, Latehar
Chiraiya is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadabar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Rud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiraiya is 367140. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.58 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Chiraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Chiraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Chiraiya village had a total population of 41 people, including 19 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.48%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chiraiya
Chiraiya 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 Chiraiya
Public transport in the Chiraiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chiraiya 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 Chiraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiraiya 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 Chiraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiraiya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiraiya
Where is Chiraiya located?
Chiraiya village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiraiya is Rud.
What is the pincode of Chiraiya?
The pincode of Chiraiya is 829204.
What is the population of Chiraiya?
Chiraiya had a total population of 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Chiraiya?
Chiraiya had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiraiya was 48.48%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 42.11%.