Khotmanay - Gawan, Giridih
Khotmanay is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khotmanay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotmanay is 350209. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.17 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Khotmanay 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 Khotmanay
According to the 2011 Census, Khotmanay village had a total population of 196 people, including 100 males and 96 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 66 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khotmanay
Khotmanay 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 Khotmanay
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khotmanay. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khotmanay.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Khotmanay is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khotmanay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotmanay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khotmanay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotmanay 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khotmanay
Where is Khotmanay located?
Khotmanay village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotmanay?
The Gram Panchayat of Khotmanay is Gawan.
What is the pincode of Khotmanay?
The pincode of Khotmanay is 815313.
What is the population of Khotmanay?
Khotmanay had a total population of 196, including 100 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Khotmanay?
Khotmanay had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khotmanay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotmanay was 66.45%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 46.67%.