Chandra
Chandra is a village located in Ormanjhi subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ormanjhi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Chandra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chandra unique in its vibrant Ormanjhi-Ranchi region. You’ll see Chandra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandra is 373567. The village spans a total geographical area of 1657.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835219. Ormanjhi is nearest town to Chandra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chandra
Population of Chandra
According to the 2011 Census, Chandra has a total population of about 2,361, with approximately 1,212 males and 1,149 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.27%, with male literacy at about 55.69% and female literacy near 38.38%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,212 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 210 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,141 | 1,100 | 1,041 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 675 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 537 | 708 |
Connectivity of Chandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandra. As per the 2011 stats, Chandra 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandra
- Where is Chandra located?
- Chandra village is situated in Ormanjhi Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandra?
- Chandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chandra?
- The pincode of Chandra is 835219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandra is 2,361, with 1,212 males and 1,149 females.
- How many households are there in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandra village has a total of 435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandra is 47.27%. The male literacy rate is 55.69%, while the female literacy rate is 38.38%.