Khandaut - Gawan, Giridih
Khandaut is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Badidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandaut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandaut is 350229. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode.
Khandaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandaut
According to the 2011 Census, Khandaut village had a total population of 118 people, including 62 males and 56 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.14%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 40.82%.
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 | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Khandaut
Khandaut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagtara | West | 0.60 km |
| Jogiyamaran | North | 0.71 km |
| Khakhaswakoni | North | 0.99 km |
| Bagdedih | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Aragaro | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Konarbank | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bhikhi | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Karmatanr | East | 2.02 km |
| Badidih | North | 2.08 km |
| Dharbe | South | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandaut
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khandaut. The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khandaut is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandaut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandaut 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandaut
Where is Khandaut located?
Khandaut village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandaut?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandaut is Badidih.
What is the pincode of Khandaut?
The pincode of Khandaut is 815313.
What is the population of Khandaut?
Khandaut had a total population of 118, including 62 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Khandaut?
Khandaut had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandaut was 62.14%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 40.82%.