Khatanga - Kanke, Ranchi
Khatanga is a village situated in the Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanke and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Kokdoro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatanga is 373489. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.35 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Kanke is the nearest town.
Khatanga 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 Khatanga
According to the 2011 Census, Khatanga village had a total population of 788 people, including 417 males and 371 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.31%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 51.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 465.
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 | 788 | 417 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 465 | 243 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 261 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 156 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Khatanga
Khatanga 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 Khatanga
Khatanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Khatanga is about 16 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 Khatanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatanga 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 Khatanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatanga
Where is Khatanga located?
Khatanga village is located in Kanke Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatanga is Kokdoro.
What is the pincode of Khatanga?
The pincode of Khatanga is 834001.
What is the population of Khatanga?
Khatanga had a total population of 788, including 417 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Khatanga?
Khatanga had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatanga was 63.31%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 51.70%.