Chaingara - Burmu, Ranchi
Chaingara is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Chaingara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaingara is 373381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1377 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Chaingara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaingara
As per Census 2011, Chaingara village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 842 males and 844 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 970 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaingara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 842 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 121 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 130 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,350 | 677 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 570 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 272 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Chaingara
Chaingara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salhan | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Bagda | South | 2.94 km |
| Ichpiri | North | 2.98 km |
| Osam | North | 3.29 km |
| Anatu | West | 3.48 km |
| Kori | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Chalniya (chalaniya) | West | 3.85 km |
| Palni | East | 3.90 km |
| Benti | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Hering | North-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaingara
Chaingara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tokisud, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranchi to Chaingara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaingara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaingara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaingara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaingara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaingara
Where is Chaingara located?
Chaingara village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaingara?
Chaingara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaingara?
The pincode of Chaingara is 834001.
What is the population of Chaingara?
Chaingara has a total population of 1,686, including 842 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Chaingara?
There are 344 households in Chaingara.
What is the literacy rate in Chaingara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaingara is 57.53%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 47.39%.