Golidih - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Golidih is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Babusajbahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golidih is 434192. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.43 hectares and falls under the 496245 pincode. Kotba is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Golidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golidih
According to the 2011 Census, Golidih village had a total population of 258 people, including 134 males and 124 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.02%, with male literacy at 92.44% and female literacy at 76.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 110 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 24 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Golidih
Golidih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masangamara | South | 0.96 km |
| Samdama | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Babusajbahar | West | 1.97 km |
| Bardih | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Sanko | North | 3.02 km |
| Kharibahar | South | 3.25 km |
| Sahilata | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Jun Wain | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Bhejari Dand | West | 3.86 km |
| Bansajhal | East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golidih
Golidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotba to Golidih is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Golidih is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Golidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golidih 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 Golidih
Where is Golidih located?
Golidih village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Golidih is Babusajbahar.
What is the pincode of Golidih?
The pincode of Golidih is 496245.
What is the population of Golidih?
Golidih had a total population of 258, including 134 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Golidih?
Golidih had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golidih was 85.02%. Male literacy was 92.44% and female literacy was 76.85%.