Khajuri - Kundhit, Jamtara
Khajuri is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Khajuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuri is 373305. The village covers a total geographical area of 733 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Khajuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khajuri
According to the 2011 Census, Khajuri village had a total population of 2,460 people, including 1,274 males and 1,186 females, living in 635 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 440, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 469.
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 | 2,460 | 1,274 | 1,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 128 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 228 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 226 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 885 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 389 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuri
Khajuri 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 Khajuri
Khajuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jamtara to Khajuri is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuri 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 Khajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajuri
Where is Khajuri located?
Khajuri village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khajuri?
Khajuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khajuri?
The pincode of Khajuri is 815359.
What is the population of Khajuri?
Khajuri had a total population of 2,460, including 1,274 males and 1,186 females.
How many households are there in Khajuri?
Khajuri had 635 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuri was 70.45%. Male literacy was 77.23% and female literacy was 63.04%.