Khunti - Khuntpani, West Singhbhum
Khunti is a village situated in the Khuntpani subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Khuntpani and around 10 km from Chaibasa. Bara Chiru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunti is 377528. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Tata Nagar is the nearest town.
Khunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunti
According to the 2011 Census, Khunti village had a total population of 181 people, including 90 males and 91 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.16%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 181 | 90 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 76 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 14 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Khunti
Khunti 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 Khunti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khunti. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Khunti is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunti 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 Khunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khunti
Where is Khunti located?
Khunti village is located in Khuntpani Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khunti is Bara Chiru.
What is the pincode of Khunti?
The pincode of Khunti is 833204.
What is the population of Khunti?
Khunti had a total population of 181, including 90 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Khunti?
Khunti had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunti was 77.16%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 63.64%.