Khatanga - Duldula, Jashpur
Khatanga is a village situated in the Duldula tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Duldula and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Khatanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatanga is 434071. The village covers a total geographical area of 837.44 hectares and falls under the 496334 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khatanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatanga
As per Census 2011, Khatanga village has a total population of 1,790 people, consisting of 859 males and 931 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,082 literate and 708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,790 | 859 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 188 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 598 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 261 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Khatanga
Khatanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boda Chhaper | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Charaidand | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Banspatra | West | 2.55 km |
| Basudeopur | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Bhusaditoli | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Patratoli | East | 3.84 km |
| Komado | West | 3.96 km |
| Khadsa | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Khutitoli | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Salehatoli | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatanga
Public transport in the Khatanga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunkuri to Khatanga is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Khatanga is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khatanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatanga
Where is Khatanga located?
Khatanga village is located in Duldula Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatanga?
Khatanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatanga?
The pincode of Khatanga is 496334.
What is the population of Khatanga?
Khatanga has a total population of 1,790, including 859 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Khatanga?
There are 389 households in Khatanga.
What is the literacy rate in Khatanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatanga is 60.45%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 51.99%.