Chama
Chama is a village located in Manika subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Manika (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Barwaiya Kala is the gram panchayat of Chama village.
Chama has its own place in the vibrant Latehar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chama is 366888. The village spans a total geographical area of 398 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Manika is nearest town to Chama village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chama village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chama
Population of Chama
Below is a concise population overview of Chama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 719 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 121 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 821 | 448 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 473 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 246 | 300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chama village:
- The total population of Chama village is around 1,355, including approximately 719 males and 636 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 218 children aged 0–6 years in Chama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chama village has 229 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 821 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chama village is about 59.70%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 52.83%.
- There are around 258 households in Chama village.
Connectivity of Chama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chama. As per the 2011 stats, Chama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chama
Knowing the nearby villages of Chama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chama
- Where is Chama located?
- Chama village is situated in Manika Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chama is Barwaiya Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chama?
- The pincode of Chama is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chama is 1,355, with 719 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chama village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chama is 59.70%. The male literacy rate is 65.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.83%.