Rumkut - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Rumkut is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Goilkera and around 58 km from Chaibasa. Goilkera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rumkut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rumkut is 377585. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Rumkut 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 Rumkut
According to the 2011 Census, Rumkut village had a total population of 774 people, including 372 males and 402 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.24%, with male literacy at 54.76% and female literacy at 33.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 698.
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 | 774 | 372 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 78 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 336 | 362 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 161 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 211 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Rumkut
Rumkut 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 Rumkut
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Rumkut. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rumkut.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Rumkut is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rumkut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rumkut 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rumkut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rumkut 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 Rumkut
Where is Rumkut located?
Rumkut village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rumkut?
The Gram Panchayat of Rumkut is Goilkera.
What is the pincode of Rumkut?
The pincode of Rumkut is 833103.
What is the population of Rumkut?
Rumkut had a total population of 774, including 372 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Rumkut?
Rumkut had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rumkut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rumkut was 44.24%. Male literacy was 54.76% and female literacy was 33.78%.