Khaga - Palojori, Deoghar
Khaga is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Khaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaga is 355510. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.5 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Khaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaga
As per Census 2011, Khaga village has a total population of 1,362 people, consisting of 707 males and 655 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 707 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 68 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 480 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 227 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Khaga
Khaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghuwadih | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Ramjibanpur | South | 0.98 km |
| Kusme | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Sonatar | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Parsiya | East | 1.56 km |
| Sarsa | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Sekhpura | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Sital Kundi | North | 2.17 km |
| Saldaha | South | 2.29 km |
| Baramasia | South-East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaga
Khaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Joramow, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Deoghar to Khaga is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaga
Where is Khaga located?
Khaga village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaga?
Khaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaga?
The pincode of Khaga is 814146.
What is the population of Khaga?
Khaga has a total population of 1,362, including 707 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Khaga?
There are 286 households in Khaga.
What is the literacy rate in Khaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaga is 56.53%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 44.27%.