Khinda - Kurdeg, Simdega
Khinda is a village situated in the Kurdeg subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khinda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Khinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khinda is 376501. The village covers a total geographical area of 2832.36 hectares and falls under the 835212 pincode.
Khinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khinda
As per Census 2011, Khinda village has a total population of 4,000 people, consisting of 1,958 males and 2,042 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,484 literate and 1,516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,760 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,000 | 1,958 | 2,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 285 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,760 | 1,833 | 1,927 |
| Literate Population | 2,484 | 1,337 | 1,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,516 | 621 | 895 |
Nearby Villages of Khinda
Khinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parkala | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Jhunka Chhapar | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Jhirkamunda | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Chhotkibiura | West | 4.29 km |
| Kurdeg | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Konjoba | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Dhorhi | North | 4.95 km |
| Hethma | East | 5.07 km |
| Sarpmunda | South | 5.89 km |
| Labdera | South-West | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khinda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khinda. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Simdega to Khinda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khinda 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 Khinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khinda
Where is Khinda located?
Khinda village is located in Kurdeg Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khinda?
Khinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khinda?
The pincode of Khinda is 835212.
What is the population of Khinda?
Khinda has a total population of 4,000, including 1,958 males and 2,042 females.
How many households are there in Khinda?
There are 820 households in Khinda.
What is the literacy rate in Khinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khinda is 62.10%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 56.17%.