Jharkusum Khunti
Jharkusum Khunti is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Adhamunda is the gram panchayat of Jharkusum Khunti village.
Jharkusum Khunti has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jharkusum Khunti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jharkusum Khunti is 423565. The village spans a total geographical area of 639 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Kesinga is nearest town to Jharkusum Khunti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jharkusum Khunti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jharkusum Khunti
Below is a concise population overview of Jharkusum Khunti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 814 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 134 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,026 | 498 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 482 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 332 | 552 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jharkusum Khunti village:
- The total population of Jharkusum Khunti village is around 1,658, including approximately 814 males and 844 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Jharkusum Khunti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jharkusum Khunti village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,026 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jharkusum Khunti village is about 46.68%, with male literacy at 59.21% and female literacy at 34.60%.
- There are around 453 households in Jharkusum Khunti village.
Connectivity of Jharkusum Khunti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jharkusum Khunti. As per the 2011 stats, Jharkusum Khunti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jharkusum Khunti
Knowing the nearby villages of Jharkusum Khunti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jharkusum Khunti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jharkusum Khunti
- Where is Jharkusum Khunti located?
- Jharkusum Khunti village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jharkusum Khunti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jharkusum Khunti is Adhamunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jharkusum Khunti?
- The pincode of Jharkusum Khunti is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jharkusum Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jharkusum Khunti is 1,658, with 814 males and 844 females.
- How many households are there in Jharkusum Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jharkusum Khunti village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jharkusum Khunti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jharkusum Khunti is 46.68%. The male literacy rate is 59.21%, while the female literacy rate is 34.60%.