Jaridih - Madhupur, Deoghar
Jaridih is a village situated in the Madhupur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dhamani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaridih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaridih is 354557. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode.
Jaridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaridih
According to the 2011 Census, Jaridih village had a total population of 745 people, including 387 males and 358 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.11%, with male literacy at 80.19% and female literacy at 54.45%.
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 | 745 | 387 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 255 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 132 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Jaridih
Jaridih 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 Jaridih
Jaridih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jaridih.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Jaridih is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaridih 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 Jaridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaridih
Where is Jaridih located?
Jaridih village is located in Madhupur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaridih?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaridih is Dhamani.
What is the pincode of Jaridih?
The pincode of Jaridih is 815353.
What is the population of Jaridih?
Jaridih had a total population of 745, including 387 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Jaridih?
Jaridih had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaridih was 68.11%. Male literacy was 80.19% and female literacy was 54.45%.