Halkata - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad

Halkata is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Latani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halkata village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Halkata is 361246. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.08 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.

Halkata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Halkata

According to the 2011 Census, Halkata village had a total population of 457 people, including 243 males and 214 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.05%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 54.86%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Halkata

Halkata 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Halkata

Halkata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pradhankhunta, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Halkata is about 20 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 Halkata

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halkata village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Halkata

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halkata village are given below:

FAQs about Halkata