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.

Gidhwas has its own place in the vibrant Araria 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 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

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Gidhwas

Below is a concise population overview of Gidhwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gidhwas village:

  • The total population of Gidhwas village is around 3,793, including approximately 1,929 males and 1,864 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 746 children aged 0–6 years in Gidhwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gidhwas village has 909 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gidhwas village is about 50.15%, with male literacy at 55.88% and female literacy at 44.21%.
  • There are around 802 households in Gidhwas village.

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.

Bausi Bhawani Nagar Basaithi Basaithi Math Gunwanti Hansa Pachera Kajra Kamalpur Rampur

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%.