Chauphal - Panki, Palamu
Chauphal is a village situated in the Panki subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Pakariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauphal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauphal is 366254. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 822122 pincode.
Chauphal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauphal
According to the 2011 Census, Chauphal village had a total population of 402 people, including 216 males and 186 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 59.62%.
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 | 402 | 216 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 153 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chauphal
Chauphal 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 Chauphal
Chauphal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Chauphal is about 40 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 Chauphal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauphal 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 Chauphal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauphal 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 Chauphal
Where is Chauphal located?
Chauphal village is located in Panki Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauphal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauphal is Pakariya.
What is the pincode of Chauphal?
The pincode of Chauphal is 822122.
What is the population of Chauphal?
Chauphal had a total population of 402, including 216 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Chauphal?
Chauphal had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauphal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauphal was 73.65%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 59.62%.