Khun - Palojori, Deoghar
Khun is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Jamua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khun is 355526. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.1 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Khun 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 Khun
According to the 2011 Census, Khun village had a total population of 616 people, including 314 males and 302 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 58.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 314 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 223 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 91 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Khun
Khun 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 Khun
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Khun is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khun 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 Khun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khun 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 Khun
Where is Khun located?
Khun village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khun?
The Gram Panchayat of Khun is Jamua.
What is the pincode of Khun?
The pincode of Khun is 814146.
What is the population of Khun?
Khun had a total population of 616, including 314 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Khun?
Khun had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khun was 72.46%. Male literacy was 85.77% and female literacy was 58.73%.