Chhot Kadam - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Chhot Kadam is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Manbazar and around 67.1 km from Purulia. Ankrobarakadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhot Kadam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhot Kadam is 332276. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.77 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Chhot Kadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhot Kadam
According to the 2011 Census, Chhot Kadam village had a total population of 328 people, including 168 males and 160 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 61.59% and female literacy at 29.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 85 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 83 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chhot Kadam
Chhot Kadam 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 Chhot Kadam
Chhot Kadam 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 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 Purulia to Chhot Kadam is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Chhot Kadam is about 67.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhot Kadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhot Kadam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhot Kadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhot Kadam 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chhot Kadam
Where is Chhot Kadam located?
Chhot Kadam village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhot Kadam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhot Kadam is Ankrobarakadam.
What is the pincode of Chhot Kadam?
The pincode of Chhot Kadam is 723131.
What is the population of Chhot Kadam?
Chhot Kadam had a total population of 328, including 168 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Chhot Kadam?
Chhot Kadam had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhot Kadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhot Kadam was 45.45%. Male literacy was 61.59% and female literacy was 29.20%.