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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairatunda
According to the 2011 Census, Khairatunda village had a total population of 3,070 people, including 1,538 males and 1,532 females, living in 524 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.42%, with male literacy at 75.43% and female literacy at 43.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
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 | 3,070 | 1,538 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 325 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,070, including 1,538 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Khairatunda?
Khairatunda had 524 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairatunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairatunda was 59.42%. Male literacy was 75.43% and female literacy was 43.48%.