Chunka

Chunka is a village located in Manatu subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Manatu (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Rangeya is the gram panchayat of Chunka village.

Chunka has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Chunka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chunka is 366066. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Manatu is nearest town to Chunka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chunka

Below is a concise population overview of Chunka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 662 346 316
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 63 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 242 123 119
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 254 129 125
Literate Population 308 182 126
Illiterate Population 354 164 190

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chunka village:

  • The total population of Chunka village is around 662, including approximately 346 males and 316 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Chunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chunka village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 254 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chunka village is about 46.53%, with male literacy at 52.60% and female literacy at 39.87%.
  • There are around 141 households in Chunka village.

Connectivity of Chunka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chunka. As per the 2011 stats, Chunka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chunka

Knowing the nearby villages of Chunka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chunka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chunka

Where is Chunka located?
Chunka village is situated in Manatu Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunka is Rangeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chunka?
The pincode of Chunka is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chunka is 662, with 346 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Chunka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chunka village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chunka is 46.53%. The male literacy rate is 52.60%, while the female literacy rate is 39.87%.