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
As per Census 2011, Khun village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 314 males and 302 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khun are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 616, including 314 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Khun?
There are 94 households in Khun.
What is the literacy rate in Khun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khun is 60.23%. Male literacy is 71.02% and female literacy is 49.01%.