Chirchi - Tantnagar, West Singhbhum
Chirchi is a village situated in the Tantnagar subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tantnagar and around 17 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum. Kokcho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirchi is 378130. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.96 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode.
Chirchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirchi
According to the 2011 Census, Chirchi village had a total population of 421 people, including 214 males and 207 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.91%, with male literacy at 82.66% and female literacy at 42.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 411.
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 | 421 | 214 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 208 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 143 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 71 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Chirchi
Chirchi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chirchi
Chirchi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pashchimi Singhbhum to Chirchi 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 Chirchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirchi 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 Chirchi
Where is Chirchi located?
Chirchi village is located in Tantnagar Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chirchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirchi is Kokcho.
What is the pincode of Chirchi?
The pincode of Chirchi is 833204.
What is the population of Chirchi?
Chirchi had a total population of 421, including 214 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Chirchi?
Chirchi had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirchi was 62.91%. Male literacy was 82.66% and female literacy was 42.07%.