Ghanti - Ramgarh, Dumka
Ghanti is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Dumka, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nokheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanti is 370454. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Ghanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghanti
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanti village had a total population of 169 people, including 82 males and 87 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.25%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 44 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 38 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanti
Ghanti 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 Ghanti
Ghanti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | 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 Dumka to Ghanti is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanti 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 Ghanti
Where is Ghanti located?
Ghanti village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanti is Nokheta.
What is the pincode of Ghanti?
The pincode of Ghanti is 814119.
What is the population of Ghanti?
Ghanti had a total population of 169, including 82 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Ghanti?
Ghanti had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanti was 49.25%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 33.33%.