Horkunda
Horkunda is a village located in Deori subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Deori (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Bhelwaghati is the gram panchayat of Horkunda village.
Horkunda has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Horkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Horkunda is 350631. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815314. Deori is nearest town to Horkunda village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Horkunda
Below is a concise population overview of Horkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 649 | 340 | 309 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
Literate Population | 253 | 171 | 82 |
Illiterate Population | 396 | 169 | 227 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Horkunda village:
- The total population of Horkunda village is around 649, including approximately 340 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Horkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Horkunda village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 197 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Horkunda village is about 38.98%, with male literacy at 50.29% and female literacy at 26.54%.
- There are around 83 households in Horkunda village.
Connectivity of Horkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Horkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Horkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Horkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Horkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Horkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Horkunda
- Where is Horkunda located?
- Horkunda village is situated in Deori Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Horkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Horkunda is Bhelwaghati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Horkunda?
- The pincode of Horkunda is 815314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Horkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Horkunda is 649, with 340 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Horkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Horkunda village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Horkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Horkunda is 38.98%. The male literacy rate is 50.29%, while the female literacy rate is 26.54%.