Khutar Kalan - Chainpur, Palamu
Khutar Kalan is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Mahugaona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutar Kalan is 366696. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.05 hectares and falls under the 822110 pincode.
Khutar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khutar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khutar Kalan village had a total population of 457 people, including 233 males and 224 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.05%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 457 | 233 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 153 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 80 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Khutar Kalan
Khutar Kalan 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 Khutar Kalan
Public transport in the Khutar Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khutar Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Khutar Kalan is about 12 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 Khutar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutar Kalan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khutar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutar Kalan 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 Khutar Kalan
Where is Khutar Kalan located?
Khutar Kalan village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutar Kalan is Mahugaona.
What is the pincode of Khutar Kalan?
The pincode of Khutar Kalan is 822110.
What is the population of Khutar Kalan?
Khutar Kalan had a total population of 457, including 233 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Khutar Kalan?
Khutar Kalan had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khutar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutar Kalan was 68.05%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 58.29%.