Kituri - Ranishwar, Dumka
Kituri is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kituri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kituri is 371138. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Kituri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kituri
As per Census 2011, Kituri village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 143 males and 141 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kituri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 143 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 60 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 104 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 39 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kituri
Kituri 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 Kituri
Kituri 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Kituri is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kituri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kituri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kituri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kituri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kituri
Where is Kituri located?
Kituri village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kituri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kituri is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Kituri?
The pincode of Kituri is 814148.
What is the population of Kituri?
Kituri has a total population of 284, including 143 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Kituri?
There are 64 households in Kituri.
What is the literacy rate in Kituri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kituri is 69.37%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 65.96%.