Khanda - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Khanda is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bandgaon and around 79 km from Chaibasa. Sinduribera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanda is 377090. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ckp is the nearest town.
Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda village had a total population of 374 people, including 186 males and 188 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.16%, with male literacy at 53.73% and female literacy at 29.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 374.
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 | 374 | 186 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 186 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 72 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 114 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Khanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundui | North | 1.58 km |
| Melgandi | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Kerabasa | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Mamail | South | 2.21 km |
| Karu | East | 2.39 km |
| Solegundi | North | 2.40 km |
| Sindribera | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kita | North | 2.68 km |
| Lamaburu | West | 3.08 km |
| Koman | North-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khanda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khanda. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Khanda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanda 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 Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanda is Sinduribera.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 833201.
What is the population of Khanda?
Khanda had a total population of 374, including 186 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
Khanda had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda was 41.16%. Male literacy was 53.73% and female literacy was 29.37%.