Khunta - Suriya, Giridih
Khunta is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Bagodar and around 60 km from Giridih. Bandkharo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunta is 352562. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 825322 pincode.
Khunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunta
According to the 2011 Census, Khunta village had a total population of 2,328 people, including 1,180 males and 1,148 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.06%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 47.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 2,328 | 1,180 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 216 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 774 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,105 | 406 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Khunta
Khunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanadih | South | 1.17 km |
| Hankponk | North | 1.58 km |
| Kusmarja | West | 1.99 km |
| Ghosko | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Chichaki | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Ghuthibar | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Chiruwan | East | 2.60 km |
| Barwadih | South | 2.65 km |
| Sirisdiha | West | 2.65 km |
| Pipradih | North-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khunta
Public transport in the Khunta is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chaudhribandh, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
Banking and Postal Services in Khunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunta 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 Khunta
Where is Khunta located?
Khunta village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Khunta is Bandkharo.
What is the pincode of Khunta?
The pincode of Khunta is 825322.
What is the population of Khunta?
Khunta had a total population of 2,328, including 1,180 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Khunta?
Khunta had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunta was 64.06%. Male literacy was 80.29% and female literacy was 47.51%.