Gidhwas - Ladania, Madhubani
Gidhwas is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Gidhwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gidhwas is 219957. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gidhwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gidhwas
According to the 2011 Census, Gidhwas village had a total population of 6,499 people, including 3,421 males and 3,078 females, living in 1,215 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.82%, with male literacy at 70.07% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gidhwas
Gidhwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutaha | East | 1.08 km |
| Sipahgiri | South | 1.88 km |
| Bauraha | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Nandrahi | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Khoja | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Dharamban | East | 2.79 km |
| Mirzapur | South | 3.33 km |
| Chiknautwa | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Kamtaulia | North | 3.97 km |
| Ekhari | South-East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gidhwas
Public transport in the Gidhwas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Korahia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Gidhwas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Gidhwas is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gidhwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gidhwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gidhwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gidhwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gidhwas
Where is Gidhwas located?
Gidhwas village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gidhwas?
Gidhwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gidhwas?
The pincode of Gidhwas is 847232.
What is the population of Gidhwas?
Gidhwas had a total population of 6,499, including 3,421 males and 3,078 females.
How many households are there in Gidhwas?
Gidhwas had 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gidhwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gidhwas was 54.82%. Male literacy was 70.07% and female literacy was 37.93%.