Gidhwas
Gidhwas is a village located in Raniganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Raniganj (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Kharhat is the gram panchayat of Gidhwas village.
Here you can discover what makes Gidhwas unique in its vibrant Raniganj-Araria region. You’ll see Gidhwas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gidhwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gidhwas is 221767. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Gidhwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gidhwas
Population of Gidhwas
According to the 2011 Census, Gidhwas has a total population of about 3,793, with approximately 1,929 males and 1,864 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 746 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 909 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.15%, with male literacy at about 55.88% and female literacy near 44.21%. There are around 802 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gidhwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,793 | 1,929 | 1,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 746 | 395 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 465 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,902 | 1,078 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,891 | 851 | 1,040 |
Connectivity of Gidhwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gidhwas. As per the 2011 stats, Gidhwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gidhwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Gidhwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gidhwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gidhwas
- Where is Gidhwas located?
- Gidhwas village is situated in Raniganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gidhwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gidhwas is Kharhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gidhwas is 3,793, with 1,929 males and 1,864 females.
- How many households are there in Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gidhwas village has a total of 802 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gidhwas is 50.15%. The male literacy rate is 55.88%, while the female literacy rate is 44.21%.