Chethar - Dharni, Amravati
Chethar is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 158 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dharanmahu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chethar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chethar is 531489. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Chethar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chethar
According to the 2011 Census, Chethar village had a total population of 579 people, including 303 males and 276 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.88%, with male literacy at 58.23% and female literacy at 46.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 579 | 303 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 294 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 138 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 165 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Chethar
Chethar 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 Chethar
Public transport in the Chethar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Chethar is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Chethar is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chethar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chethar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chethar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chethar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chethar
Where is Chethar located?
Chethar village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chethar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chethar is Dharanmahu.
What is the pincode of Chethar?
The pincode of Chethar is 444702.
What is the population of Chethar?
Chethar had a total population of 579, including 303 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Chethar?
Chethar had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chethar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chethar was 52.88%. Male literacy was 58.23% and female literacy was 46.98%.