Hunth - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Hunth is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Hunth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunth is 375423. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.43 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Hunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hunth
As per Census 2011, Hunth village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 618 males and 624 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 692 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hunth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 618 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,174 | 564 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 353 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 692 | 265 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Hunth
Hunth 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 Hunth
Hunth is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khunti to Hunth is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunth 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hunth
Where is Hunth located?
Hunth village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunth?
Hunth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hunth?
The pincode of Hunth is 835210.
What is the population of Hunth?
Hunth has a total population of 1,242, including 618 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Hunth?
There are 225 households in Hunth.
What is the literacy rate in Hunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunth is 44.28%. Male literacy is 57.12% and female literacy is 31.57%.