Gahira

Gahira is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Murgabani is the gram panchayat of Gahira village.

Gahira has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gahira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahira is 361827. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares. Gobindpur is nearest town to Gahira village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gahira

Below is a concise population overview of Gahira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 646 340 306
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 61 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 252 131 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 230 117 113
Literate Population 320 196 124
Illiterate Population 326 144 182

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahira village:

  • The total population of Gahira village is around 646, including approximately 340 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Gahira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahira village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 230 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahira village is about 49.54%, with male literacy at 57.65% and female literacy at 40.52%.
  • There are around 128 households in Gahira village.

Connectivity of Gahira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahira. As per the 2011 stats, Gahira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahira

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahira.

Jambad Kaladabar Daldali Gargaro Murgabani Bhatanr Ghoramurga Phaphuadi Khariabad Barba Dumdumi

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahira

Where is Gahira located?
Gahira village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahira?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahira is Murgabani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahira is 646, with 340 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahira village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahira is 49.54%. The male literacy rate is 57.65%, while the female literacy rate is 40.52%.