Khatanaga - Kanke, Ranchi
Khatanaga is a village situated in the Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. Khatanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatanaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatanaga is 373559. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Khatanaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanke Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatanaga
As per Census 2011, Khatanaga village has a total population of 1,630 people, consisting of 780 males and 850 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 939 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatanaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,630 | 780 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 103 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 939 | 447 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 484 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 296 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Khatanaga
Khatanaga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pertol | East | 1.42 km |
| Lalganj | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Dumardaga | North | 2.52 km |
| Sugnu | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Haratu | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Buti | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Gatlatu | North | 4.13 km |
| Mahilong | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Masu | East | 4.69 km |
| Baram | South | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatanaga
Khatanaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Namkon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Khatanaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatanaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatanaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatanaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatanaga
Where is Khatanaga located?
Khatanaga village is located in Kanke Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatanaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatanaga is Khatanga.
What is the pincode of Khatanaga?
The pincode of Khatanaga is 834001.
What is the population of Khatanaga?
Khatanaga has a total population of 1,630, including 780 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Khatanaga?
There are 334 households in Khatanaga.
What is the literacy rate in Khatanaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatanaga is 52.94%. Male literacy is 62.05% and female literacy is 44.59%.