Ahardih - Nawadih, Bokaro
Ahardih is a village situated in the Nawadih subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawadih and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Ahardih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahardih is 362239. The village covers a total geographical area of 529 hectares and falls under the 829144 pincode.
Ahardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahardih
As per Census 2011, Ahardih village has a total population of 3,231 people, consisting of 1,649 males and 1,582 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,657 literate and 1,574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahardih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,231 | 1,649 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 318 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 266 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 1,043 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 606 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Ahardih
Ahardih 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 Ahardih
Ahardih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ahardih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Ahardih is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahardih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahardih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahardih
Where is Ahardih located?
Ahardih village is located in Nawadih Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahardih?
Ahardih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahardih?
The pincode of Ahardih is 829144.
What is the population of Ahardih?
Ahardih has a total population of 3,231, including 1,649 males and 1,582 females.
How many households are there in Ahardih?
There are 521 households in Ahardih.
What is the literacy rate in Ahardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahardih is 51.28%. Male literacy is 63.25% and female literacy is 38.81%.