Japut - Rania, Khunti
Japut is a village situated in the Rania subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rania and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Jaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japut is 374980. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Japut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Japut
According to the 2011 Census, Japut village had a total population of 542 people, including 275 males and 267 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.81%, with male literacy at 64.38% and female literacy at 50.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
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 | 542 | 275 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 192 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 150 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 125 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Japut
Japut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelo | West | 1.67 km |
| Gutuhatu | North | 2.02 km |
| Jaipur | South | 2.12 km |
| Lohajimi | East | 2.18 km |
| Banai | West | 2.89 km |
| Garahatu | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Kocha | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Orengtoli | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Pidul | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Derang | East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Japut
Japut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pokla, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Japut is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japut 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Japut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japut 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Japut
Where is Japut located?
Japut village is located in Rania Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Japut?
The Gram Panchayat of Japut is Jaipur.
What is the pincode of Japut?
The pincode of Japut is 835210.
What is the population of Japut?
Japut had a total population of 542, including 275 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Japut?
Japut had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Japut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japut was 57.81%. Male literacy was 64.38% and female literacy was 50.70%.