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
As per Census 2011, Chandera village has a total population of 2,372 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,136 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,365 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,027 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,372, including 1,236 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Chandera?
There are 387 households in Chandera.
What is the literacy rate in Chandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandera is 57.55%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 44.89%.