Chhechani - Tarhasi, Palamu
Chhechani is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrasi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Daltonganj. Udaipura - Ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhechani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhechani is 366217. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.55 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Chhechani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhechani
As per Census 2011, Chhechani village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 198 males and 182 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhechani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 110 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 88 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chhechani
Chhechani 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 Chhechani
Chhechani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltonganj to Chhechani is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhechani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhechani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhechani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhechani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhechani
Where is Chhechani located?
Chhechani village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhechani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhechani is Udaipura - Ii.
What is the pincode of Chhechani?
The pincode of Chhechani is 822118.
What is the population of Chhechani?
Chhechani has a total population of 380, including 198 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Chhechani?
There are 86 households in Chhechani.
What is the literacy rate in Chhechani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhechani is 45.26%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 34.07%.