Cheyama - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Cheyama is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 29.7 km from Raghunathpur and around 43 km from Purulia. Cheliama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheyama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheyama is 330174. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.64 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Cheyama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheyama
As per Census 2011, Cheyama village has a total population of 7,413 people, consisting of 3,809 males and 3,604 females. The village has 1,453 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,758 literate and 2,655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheyama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,413 | 3,809 | 3,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 425 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,345 | 1,737 | 1,608 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4,758 | 2,830 | 1,928 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,655 | 979 | 1,676 |
Nearby Villages of Cheyama
Cheyama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shwetpalas | North | 1.77 km |
| Hadla | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Kargali | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Bamarra | East | 2.24 km |
| Mandapdanga | South | 2.48 km |
| Sagarka | South | 2.53 km |
| Tulsibari | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Sarisakundi | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Chatarmahul | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Chitarma | East | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheyama
Cheyama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Santaldih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Cheyama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Cheyama is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheyama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheyama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheyama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheyama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Cheyama
Where is Cheyama located?
Cheyama village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheyama?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheyama is Cheliama.
What is the pincode of Cheyama?
The pincode of Cheyama is 723133.
What is the population of Cheyama?
Cheyama has a total population of 7,413, including 3,809 males and 3,604 females.
How many households are there in Cheyama?
There are 1,453 households in Cheyama.
What is the literacy rate in Cheyama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheyama is 64.18%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 53.50%.