Hansa - Chainpur, Palamu
Hansa is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Jhariwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hansa is 366777. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Hansa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hansa
As per Census 2011, Hansa village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 159 males and 165 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hansa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 159 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 97 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 86 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Hansa
Hansa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gurha | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Harbhonga | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Ranki | South | 1.23 km |
| Nimian | West | 1.25 km |
| Dumri | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Gardu | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Paneribandh | North | 1.97 km |
| Ladi | West | 2.09 km |
| Kaleyanpur | East | 2.34 km |
| Jhariwa | North-West | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hansa
Public transport in the Hansa is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Daltonganj, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Hansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hansa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hansa
Where is Hansa located?
Hansa village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Hansa is Jhariwa.
What is the pincode of Hansa?
The pincode of Hansa is 822110.
What is the population of Hansa?
Hansa has a total population of 324, including 159 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Hansa?
There are 63 households in Hansa.
What is the literacy rate in Hansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hansa is 40.12%. Male literacy is 45.91% and female literacy is 34.55%.