Phatka

Phatka is a village located in Torpa subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Torpa (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Fatka is the gram panchayat of Phatka village.

Phatka 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 Phatka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phatka is 374941. The village spans a total geographical area of 1230.95 hectares. Torpa is nearest town to Phatka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Phatka

Below is a concise population overview of Phatka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,268 651 617
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 113 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 17 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,182 610 572
Literate Population 532 344 188
Illiterate Population 736 307 429

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Phatka village:

  • The total population of Phatka village is around 1,268, including approximately 651 males and 617 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Phatka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Phatka village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,182 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Phatka village is about 41.96%, with male literacy at 52.84% and female literacy at 30.47%.
  • There are around 237 households in Phatka village.

Connectivity of Phatka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phatka. As per the 2011 stats, Phatka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Phatka

Knowing the nearby villages of Phatka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phatka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Phatka

Where is Phatka located?
Phatka village is situated in Torpa Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phatka?
The Gram Panchayat of Phatka is Fatka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Phatka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phatka is 1,268, with 651 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Phatka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phatka village has a total of 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phatka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phatka is 41.96%. The male literacy rate is 52.84%, while the female literacy rate is 30.47%.