Ichhar - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Ichhar is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.8 km from Raghunathpur and around 44.5 km from Purulia. Cheliama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhar is 330160. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.58 hectares and falls under the 723145 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ichhar 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 Ichhar
As per Census 2011, Ichhar village has a total population of 6,496 people, consisting of 3,398 males and 3,098 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 840 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,049 literate and 2,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,496 | 3,398 | 3,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 840 | 460 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,330 | 1,226 | 1,104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,049 | 2,545 | 1,504 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,447 | 853 | 1,594 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhar
Ichhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alladih | South | 1.75 km |
| Murabag | East | 2.23 km |
| Usir | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Lakhiara Alias Joradih | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Asanbani | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Sarisakundi | East | 4.05 km |
| Kusberia | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Kargali | East | 4.19 km |
| Hadla | East | 4.62 km |
| Kalipur | North-East | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ichhar
Ichhar 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 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ichhar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Ichhar is about 44.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ichhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhar
Where is Ichhar located?
Ichhar village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhar is Cheliama.
What is the pincode of Ichhar?
The pincode of Ichhar is 723145.
What is the population of Ichhar?
Ichhar has a total population of 6,496, including 3,398 males and 3,098 females.
How many households are there in Ichhar?
There are 1,156 households in Ichhar.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhar is 62.33%. Male literacy is 74.90% and female literacy is 48.55%.