Kherkhai
Kherkhai is a village located in Torpa subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Torpa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Urikela is the gram panchayat of Kherkhai village.
Kherkhai has its own place in the vibrant Khunti region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kherkhai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherkhai is 374949. The village spans a total geographical area of 260 hectares. Torpa is nearest town to Kherkhai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kherkhai
Below is a concise population overview of Kherkhai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 657 | 338 | 319 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
Literate Population | 430 | 238 | 192 |
Illiterate Population | 227 | 100 | 127 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherkhai village:
- The total population of Kherkhai village is around 657, including approximately 338 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Kherkhai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kherkhai village has 277 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kherkhai village is about 65.45%, with male literacy at 70.41% and female literacy at 60.19%.
- There are around 131 households in Kherkhai village.
Connectivity of Kherkhai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherkhai. As per the 2011 stats, Kherkhai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherkhai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherkhai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherkhai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherkhai
- Where is Kherkhai located?
- Kherkhai village is situated in Torpa Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherkhai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherkhai is Urikela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kherkhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherkhai is 657, with 338 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Kherkhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherkhai village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherkhai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherkhai is 65.45%. The male literacy rate is 70.41%, while the female literacy rate is 60.19%.