Kita - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kita is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 85 km from Chaibasa. Bandgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kita is 377084. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Kita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kita
As per Census 2011, Kita village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 115 males and 120 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 66 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kita
Kita 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 Kita
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kita.
| 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 Kita 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 Kita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kita village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kita
Where is Kita located?
Kita village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kita?
The Gram Panchayat of Kita is Bandgaon.
What is the pincode of Kita?
The pincode of Kita is 833201.
What is the population of Kita?
Kita has a total population of 235, including 115 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Kita?
There are 42 households in Kita.
What is the literacy rate in Kita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kita is 36.17%. Male literacy is 42.61% and female literacy is 30.00%.