Longa - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Longa is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. Kochang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Longa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longa is 375331. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Longa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Longa
According to the 2011 Census, Longa village had a total population of 285 people, including 138 males and 147 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 74.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 285 | 138 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 138 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Longa
Longa 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 Longa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Longa.
| 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 Longa is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Longa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Longa
Where is Longa located?
Longa village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Longa?
The Gram Panchayat of Longa is Kochang.
What is the pincode of Longa?
The pincode of Longa is 835210.
What is the population of Longa?
Longa had a total population of 285, including 138 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Longa?
Longa had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longa was 78.40%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 74.81%.