Itwan - Hussainabad, Palamu
Itwan is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hussainabad and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Babhandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itwan is 365085. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.14 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Itwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Itwan
According to the 2011 Census, Itwan village had a total population of 399 people, including 206 males and 193 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.80%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 41.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
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 | 399 | 206 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 105 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 101 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Itwan
Itwan 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 Itwan
Public transport in the Itwan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Itwan.
| 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 Itwan is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Itwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itwan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Itwan
Where is Itwan located?
Itwan village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Itwan is Babhandih.
What is the pincode of Itwan?
The pincode of Itwan is 822116.
What is the population of Itwan?
Itwan had a total population of 399, including 206 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Itwan?
Itwan had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itwan was 53.80%. Male literacy was 66.04% and female literacy was 41.40%.