Khairatunda - Dumri, Giridih
Khairatunda is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Khairatunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairatunda is 352687. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 825167 pincode.
Khairatunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairatunda
As per Census 2011, Khairatunda village has a total population of 3,070 people, consisting of 1,538 males and 1,532 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 638 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,445 literate and 1,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairatunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,070 | 1,538 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 325 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 915 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 623 | 1,002 |
Nearby Villages of Khairatunda
Khairatunda 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 Khairatunda
Khairatunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khairatunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Khairatunda 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 Khairatunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairatunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khairatunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairatunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khairatunda
Where is Khairatunda located?
Khairatunda village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairatunda?
Khairatunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairatunda?
The pincode of Khairatunda is 825167.
What is the population of Khairatunda?
Khairatunda has a total population of 3,070, including 1,538 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Khairatunda?
There are 524 households in Khairatunda.
What is the literacy rate in Khairatunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairatunda is 47.07%. Male literacy is 59.49% and female literacy is 34.60%.