Chota Nagra - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Chota Nagra is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 98 km from Chakradharpur Poraihat and around 105 km from Chaibasa. Chhotanagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chota Nagra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chota Nagra is 377768. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.19 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town.
Chota Nagra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chota Nagra
As per Census 2011, Chota Nagra village has a total population of 1,364 people, consisting of 747 males and 617 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 839 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chota Nagra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 747 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 839 | 446 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 426 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 321 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Chota Nagra
Chota Nagra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baihatu | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Dubil | North | 2.51 km |
| Sonapi | South | 2.66 km |
| Rajabera | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Hatnabera | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Tentarighat | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Bahada | South | 5.17 km |
| Jamkundia | North-East | 5.59 km |
| Usuria | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Marang Ponga | West | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chota Nagra
Chota Nagra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 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 Chota Nagra is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chota Nagra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chota Nagra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chota Nagra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chota Nagra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chota Nagra
Where is Chota Nagra located?
Chota Nagra village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chota Nagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chota Nagra is Chhotanagra.
What is the pincode of Chota Nagra?
The pincode of Chota Nagra is 833104.
What is the population of Chota Nagra?
Chota Nagra has a total population of 1,364, including 747 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Chota Nagra?
There are 228 households in Chota Nagra.
What is the literacy rate in Chota Nagra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chota Nagra is 42.82%. Male literacy is 57.03% and female literacy is 25.61%.