Kherwatari - Devipur, Deoghar
Kherwatari is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherwatari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherwatari is 354437. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Kherwatari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherwatari
As per Census 2011, Kherwatari village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 261 males and 236 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 192 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherwatari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 261 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 63 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 170 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 91 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Kherwatari
Kherwatari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokraha | West | 1.01 km |
| Manda Mundi | South | 1.25 km |
| Utimpur | North | 1.43 km |
| Jigrachurat | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Gidhaya | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Paisarpur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Sirsia | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Pandanbona | South | 1.94 km |
| Rampur | North | 1.96 km |
| Simrapoj | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherwatari
Kherwatari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Kherwatari is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherwatari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherwatari 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherwatari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherwatari 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherwatari
Where is Kherwatari located?
Kherwatari village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherwatari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherwatari is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Kherwatari?
The pincode of Kherwatari is 814120.
What is the population of Kherwatari?
Kherwatari has a total population of 497, including 261 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kherwatari?
There are 96 households in Kherwatari.
What is the literacy rate in Kherwatari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherwatari is 53.72%. Male literacy is 65.13% and female literacy is 41.10%.