Jant - Karon, Deoghar
Jant is a village situated in the Karon subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karon and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Saltar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jant is 354929. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 815351 pincode.
Jant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jant
As per Census 2011, Jant village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 260 males and 238 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 260 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 39 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 163 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 97 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Jant
Jant 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 Jant
Jant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jant.
| 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 Jant is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jant
Where is Jant located?
Jant village is located in Karon Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jant?
The Gram Panchayat of Jant is Saltar.
What is the pincode of Jant?
The pincode of Jant is 815351.
What is the population of Jant?
Jant has a total population of 498, including 260 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Jant?
There are 78 households in Jant.
What is the literacy rate in Jant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jant is 47.39%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 30.67%.