Khednapara - Jama, Dumka
Khednapara is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Asansol Kurua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khednapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khednapara is 371606. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Khednapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khednapara
According to the 2011 Census, Khednapara village had a total population of 116 people, including 61 males and 55 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.43%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 35 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Khednapara
Khednapara 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 Khednapara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khednapara. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khednapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Khednapara is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khednapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khednapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khednapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khednapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khednapara
Where is Khednapara located?
Khednapara village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khednapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khednapara is Asansol Kurua.
What is the pincode of Khednapara?
The pincode of Khednapara is 814119.
What is the population of Khednapara?
Khednapara had a total population of 116, including 61 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Khednapara?
Khednapara had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khednapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khednapara was 55.43%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 34.78%.