Gantura - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Gantura is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Hunth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gantura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gantura is 375383. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Gantura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gantura
According to the 2011 Census, Gantura village had a total population of 230 people, including 112 males and 118 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.37%, with male literacy at 61.46% and female literacy at 45.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 230 | 112 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 53 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Gantura
Gantura 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 Gantura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gantura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Gantura is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gantura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gantura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gantura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gantura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gantura
Where is Gantura located?
Gantura village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gantura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gantura is Hunth.
What is the pincode of Gantura?
The pincode of Gantura is 835210.
What is the population of Gantura?
Gantura had a total population of 230, including 112 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Gantura?
Gantura had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gantura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gantura was 53.37%. Male literacy was 61.46% and female literacy was 45.36%.