Khauraha - Chainpur, Palamu
Khauraha is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Basariya Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khauraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khauraha is 366830. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.75 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Khauraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khauraha
According to the 2011 Census, Khauraha village had a total population of 91 people, including 45 males and 46 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.95%, with male literacy at 62.16% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khauraha
Khauraha 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 Khauraha
Khauraha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Khauraha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Khauraha is about 11 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 Khauraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khauraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khauraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khauraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khauraha
Where is Khauraha located?
Khauraha village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khauraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khauraha is Basariya Kala.
What is the pincode of Khauraha?
The pincode of Khauraha is 822110.
What is the population of Khauraha?
Khauraha had a total population of 91, including 45 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Khauraha?
Khauraha had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khauraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khauraha was 47.95%. Male literacy was 62.16% and female literacy was 33.33%.