Chirna - Kuru, Lohardaga
Chirna is a village situated in the Kuru subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuru and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Kakargarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirna is 363043. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 835213 pincode.
Chirna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirna
According to the 2011 Census, Chirna village had a total population of 606 people, including 322 males and 284 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.84%, with male literacy at 71.37% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 373.
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 | 606 | 322 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 74 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 209 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 177 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 145 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Chirna
Chirna 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 Chirna
Chirna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Chirna is about 35 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 Chirna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chirna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirna 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 Chirna
Where is Chirna located?
Chirna village is located in Kuru Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirna is Kakargarh.
What is the pincode of Chirna?
The pincode of Chirna is 835213.
What is the population of Chirna?
Chirna had a total population of 606, including 322 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Chirna?
Chirna had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirna was 62.84%. Male literacy was 71.37% and female literacy was 53.68%.