Ketka

Ketka is a village located in Bano subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bano (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Simhatu is the gram panchayat of Ketka village.

Ketka has its own place in the vibrant Simdega 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 Ketka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ketka is 376835. The village spans a total geographical area of 577.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835201. Bano is nearest town to Ketka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ketka

Below is a concise population overview of Ketka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,161 564 597
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 83 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,145 555 590
Literate Population 773 413 360
Illiterate Population 388 151 237

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ketka village:

  • The total population of Ketka village is around 1,161, including approximately 564 males and 597 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Ketka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ketka village has 1,145 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ketka village is about 66.58%, with male literacy at 73.23% and female literacy at 60.30%.
  • There are around 193 households in Ketka village.

Connectivity of Ketka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ketka. As per the 2011 stats, Ketka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ketka

Knowing the nearby villages of Ketka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ketka.

Sutriuli Buru Erge Rabai Jamtoli Bandu Semhatu Beroseta Barbera Kauwajor Konsode Chhotketunga

Frequently Asked Questions about Ketka

Where is Ketka located?
Ketka village is situated in Bano Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ketka?
The Gram Panchayat of Ketka is Simhatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ketka?
The pincode of Ketka is 835201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ketka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ketka is 1,161, with 564 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Ketka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ketka village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ketka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ketka is 66.58%. The male literacy rate is 73.23%, while the female literacy rate is 60.30%.