Chandera - Sikrai, Dausa
Chandera is a village situated in the Sikrai tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikrai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Chandera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandera is 078302. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.95 hectares and falls under the 303509 pincode. Bandikui is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chandera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sikrai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandera
According to the 2011 Census, Chandera village had a total population of 2,372 people, including 1,236 males and 1,136 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.43%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 54.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,027.
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 | 2,372 | 1,236 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 211 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 202 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,027 | 559 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 855 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 381 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Chandera
Chandera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Vishala | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Brahmbad | South | 1.39 km |
| Kayampur | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Surer | West | 2.22 km |
| Parli | South | 2.26 km |
| Patti Kayampur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Vishala | North | 3.09 km |
| Nai Meenayo Ki Dhani | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Antarhera | East | 3.26 km |
| Gujar Seemla | South-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandera
Chandera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karanpura, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 km.
| 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 Bandikui to Chandera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dausa to Chandera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandera 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 Chandera
Where is Chandera located?
Chandera village is located in Sikrai Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandera?
Chandera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandera?
The pincode of Chandera is 303509.
What is the population of Chandera?
Chandera had a total population of 2,372, including 1,236 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Chandera?
Chandera had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandera was 69.43%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 54.20%.