Chaukhanda - Hussainabad, Palamu
Chaukhanda is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Urdhwar (manjurahar) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukhanda is 365098. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Chaukhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaukhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukhanda village had a total population of 902 people, including 461 males and 441 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.16%, with male literacy at 68.06% and female literacy at 47.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 446.
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 | 902 | 461 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 226 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 260 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 201 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukhanda
Chaukhanda 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 Chaukhanda
Chaukhanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaukhanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukhanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaukhanda
Where is Chaukhanda located?
Chaukhanda village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaukhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukhanda is Urdhwar (manjurahar).
What is the pincode of Chaukhanda?
The pincode of Chaukhanda is 822116.
What is the population of Chaukhanda?
Chaukhanda had a total population of 902, including 461 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Chaukhanda?
Chaukhanda had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukhanda was 58.16%. Male literacy was 68.06% and female literacy was 47.63%.