Chhotalagia Village - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Chhotalagia is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Khuntpani and around 17 km from Chaibasa. Baralagiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotalagia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotalagia is 377451. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Chhotalagia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhotalagia
As per Census 2011, Chhotalagia village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 166 males and 169 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotalagia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 166 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 113 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 53 | 108 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotalagia
Chhotalagia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chaibasa to Chhotalagia is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotalagia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotalagia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotalagia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotalagia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhotalagia
Where is Chhotalagia located?
Chhotalagia village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotalagia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotalagia is Baralagiya.
What is the pincode of Chhotalagia?
The pincode of Chhotalagia is 833204.
What is the population of Chhotalagia?
Chhotalagia has a total population of 335, including 166 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Chhotalagia?
There are 63 households in Chhotalagia.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotalagia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotalagia is 51.94%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 36.09%.