Khesmi - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Khesmi is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi* and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khesmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khesmi is 361240. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.1 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode.
Khesmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khesmi
As per Census 2011, Khesmi village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 125 males and 113 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khesmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 93 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khesmi
Khesmi 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 Khesmi
Khesmi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Khesmi is about 25 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 Khesmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khesmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khesmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khesmi 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 Khesmi
Where is Khesmi located?
Khesmi village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khesmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khesmi is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Khesmi?
The pincode of Khesmi is 828142.
What is the population of Khesmi?
Khesmi has a total population of 238, including 125 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Khesmi?
There are 43 households in Khesmi.
What is the literacy rate in Khesmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khesmi is 59.66%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 43.36%.