Khanti - Baharagora, East Singhbum
Khanti is a village situated in the Baharagora subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Bahragora. Khandamouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanti is 364653. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 832101 pincode.
Khanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanti
According to the 2011 Census, Khanti village had a total population of 212 people, including 107 males and 105 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.35%, with male literacy at 53.01% and female literacy at 32.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 212 | 107 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 97 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 63 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Khanti
Khanti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kushmi | West | 0.45 km |
| Gurursai | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Khamar | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Chhota Arjuna | West | 1.11 km |
| Digbarda | South | 1.16 km |
| Manglashasan Dharkuli | North | 1.26 km |
| Bara Arjuna | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Kokramaragariya | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Dighimunda | South | 1.80 km |
| Swarga Chhinra | South | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanti
Khanti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kanimahuli, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Khanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanti
Where is Khanti located?
Khanti village is located in Baharagora Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanti is Khandamouda.
What is the pincode of Khanti?
The pincode of Khanti is 832101.
What is the population of Khanti?
Khanti had a total population of 212, including 107 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Khanti?
Khanti had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanti was 42.35%. Male literacy was 53.01% and female literacy was 32.18%.