Giddha - Halsi, Lakhisarai
Giddha is a village situated in the Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halsi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Kaindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giddha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giddha is 243784. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.7 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Giddha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Giddha
As per Census 2011, Giddha village has a total population of 2,132 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,012 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,130 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giddha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,132 | 1,120 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 232 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 187 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 700 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 420 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Giddha
Giddha 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 Giddha
Giddha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Giddha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giddha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giddha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giddha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giddha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Giddha
Where is Giddha located?
Giddha village is located in Halsi Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giddha?
The Gram Panchayat of Giddha is Kaindi.
What is the pincode of Giddha?
The pincode of Giddha is 811311.
What is the population of Giddha?
Giddha has a total population of 2,132, including 1,120 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Giddha?
There are 288 households in Giddha.
What is the literacy rate in Giddha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddha is 53.00%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 42.49%.