Khoto - Deori, Giridih
Khoto is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khoto village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoto is 350696. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode.
Khoto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoto
As per Census 2011, Khoto village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 329 males and 304 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 411 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khoto are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 329 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 209 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 202 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 127 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Khoto
Khoto 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 Khoto
Public transport in the Khoto is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Khoto is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khoto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khoto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoto 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khoto
Where is Khoto located?
Khoto village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoto?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoto is Chahal.
What is the pincode of Khoto?
The pincode of Khoto is 815314.
What is the population of Khoto?
Khoto has a total population of 633, including 329 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Khoto?
There are 92 households in Khoto.
What is the literacy rate in Khoto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoto is 48.03%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 33.55%.