Chiria - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Chiria is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Manoharpur and around 130 km from Chaibasa. Chiriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiria is 377786. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.47 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Chiria 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 Chiria
As per Census 2011, Chiria village has a total population of 4,178 people, consisting of 2,101 males and 2,077 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,890 literate and 1,288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 471 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,178 | 2,101 | 2,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 519 | 272 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 229 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,224 | 1,109 | 1,115 |
| Literate Population | 2,890 | 1,636 | 1,254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,288 | 465 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Chiria
Chiria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ankuwa | West | 1.86 km |
| Churgi | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Mamar | East | 5.18 km |
| Kamarbera | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Jamkundia | South-East | 5.82 km |
| Dubil | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Salai | East | 6.27 km |
| Soda | North | 6.35 km |
| Patharbasa | North-West | 6.58 km |
| Lemra | East | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chiria
Chiria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manoharpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Chiria is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiria
Where is Chiria located?
Chiria village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiria is Chiriya.
What is the pincode of Chiria?
The pincode of Chiria is 833104.
What is the population of Chiria?
Chiria has a total population of 4,178, including 2,101 males and 2,077 females.
How many households are there in Chiria?
There are 874 households in Chiria.
What is the literacy rate in Chiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiria is 69.17%. Male literacy is 77.87% and female literacy is 60.38%.