Choy - Mandu, Ramgarh
Choy is a village situated in the Mandu subdivision of Ramgarh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandu and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Ramgarh. Kimo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choy is 369024. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.95 hectares and falls under the 825314 pincode.
Choy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barkagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choy
According to the 2011 Census, Choy village had a total population of 574 people, including 273 males and 301 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.16%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 36.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 574 | 273 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 53 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 155 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 118 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Choy
Choy 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 Choy
Choy is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Choy.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramgarh to Choy is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choy 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 Choy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choy 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 Choy
Where is Choy located?
Choy village is located in Mandu Subdivision, Ramgarh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choy?
The Gram Panchayat of Choy is Kimo.
What is the pincode of Choy?
The pincode of Choy is 825314.
What is the population of Choy?
Choy had a total population of 574, including 273 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Choy?
Choy had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choy was 52.16%. Male literacy was 68.58% and female literacy was 36.55%.