Khunti
Khunti is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sarikela. As per 2009 stats, Khunti village is also a gram panchayat.
Khunti has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khunti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khunti is 378784. The village spans a total geographical area of 457 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832404. Chandil is nearest town to Khunti village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khunti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khunti
Population of Khunti
Below is a concise population overview of Khunti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,487 | 1,789 | 1,698 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 310 | 267 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 250 | 238 |
Literate Population | 1,926 | 1,145 | 781 |
Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 644 | 917 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khunti village:
- The total population of Khunti village is around 3,487, including approximately 1,789 males and 1,698 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 577 children aged 0–6 years in Khunti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khunti village has 282 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 488 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khunti village is about 55.23%, with male literacy at 64.00% and female literacy at 46.00%.
- There are around 833 households in Khunti village.
Connectivity of Khunti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khunti. As per the 2011 stats, Khunti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khunti
Knowing the nearby villages of Khunti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khunti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khunti
- Where is Khunti located?
- Khunti village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khunti?
- Khunti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khunti?
- The pincode of Khunti is 832404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khunti is 3,487, with 1,789 males and 1,698 females.
- How many households are there in Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khunti village has a total of 833 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khunti is 55.23%. The male literacy rate is 64.00%, while the female literacy rate is 46.00%.