Kichinda - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Kichinda is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Birkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kichinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kichinda is 376985. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kichinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kichinda
According to the 2011 Census, Kichinda village had a total population of 264 people, including 145 males and 119 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 46.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 264 | 145 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 34 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 144 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 75 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 70 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kichinda
Kichinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajgaon | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Gudri | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Tuingbanda | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kamargaon | North | 2.12 km |
| Kanskel | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Giru | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Daimar | West | 3.45 km |
| Tumrung | North | 3.57 km |
| Birkel | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Roro | North | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kichinda
Public transport in the Kichinda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Sal, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kichinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kichinda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kichinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kichinda 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 Kichinda
Where is Kichinda located?
Kichinda village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kichinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichinda is Birkel.
What is the pincode of Kichinda?
The pincode of Kichinda is 833201.
What is the population of Kichinda?
Kichinda had a total population of 264, including 145 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kichinda?
Kichinda had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kichinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kichinda was 57.14%. Male literacy was 67.57% and female literacy was 46.23%.