Gidhwas
Gidhwas is a village located in Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ladania (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Gidhwas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gidhwas unique in its vibrant Ladania-Madhubani 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 219957. The village spans a total geographical area of 548 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847232. Jainagar is nearest town to Gidhwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Gidhwas
Population of Gidhwas
According to the 2011 Census, Gidhwas has a total population of about 6,499, with approximately 3,421 males and 3,078 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,200 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.62%, with male literacy at about 56.94% and female literacy near 30.93%. There are around 1,215 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 | 6,499 | 3,421 | 3,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,209 | 641 | 568 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,200 | 640 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,900 | 1,948 | 952 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,599 | 1,473 | 2,126 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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 Ladania Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gidhwas?
- Gidhwas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gidhwas?
- The pincode of Gidhwas is 847232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gidhwas is 6,499, with 3,421 males and 3,078 females.
- How many households are there in Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gidhwas village has a total of 1,215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gidhwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gidhwas is 44.62%. The male literacy rate is 56.94%, while the female literacy rate is 30.93%.