Khasia - Ramgarh, Dumka
Khasia is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Latberwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasia is 370437. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Khasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khasia
According to the 2011 Census, Khasia village had a total population of 695 people, including 353 males and 342 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.59%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 60.50%.
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 | 695 | 353 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 275 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 78 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khasia
Khasia 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 Khasia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khasia. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khasia.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Khasia is about 33 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 Khasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khasia
Where is Khasia located?
Khasia village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khasia is Latberwa.
What is the pincode of Khasia?
The pincode of Khasia is 814119.
What is the population of Khasia?
Khasia had a total population of 695, including 353 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Khasia?
Khasia had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasia was 76.59%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 60.50%.