Kilum - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kilum is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Bandgaon and around 85 km from Chaibasa. Sinduribera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilum is 377081. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Kilum 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 Kilum
As per Census 2011, Kilum village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 200 males and 221 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilum are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 200 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 200 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 110 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 90 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Kilum
Kilum 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 Kilum
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kilum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kilum is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kilum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kilum
Where is Kilum located?
Kilum village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilum?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilum is Sinduribera.
What is the pincode of Kilum?
The pincode of Kilum is 833201.
What is the population of Kilum?
Kilum has a total population of 421, including 200 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Kilum?
There are 65 households in Kilum.
What is the literacy rate in Kilum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilum is 45.61%. Male literacy is 55.00% and female literacy is 37.10%.