Gai Dahra - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Gai Dahra is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Amarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gai Dahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gai Dahra is 361779. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.41 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode. Gobindpur is the nearest town.
Gai Dahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gai Dahra
As per Census 2011, Gai Dahra village has a total population of 2,398 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,160 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gai Dahra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,238 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 209 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 826 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 412 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Gai Dahra
Gai Dahra 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 Gai Dahra
Gai Dahra 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 Gai Dahra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhanbad to Gai Dahra is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gai Dahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gai Dahra 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 Gai Dahra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gai Dahra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gai Dahra
Where is Gai Dahra located?
Gai Dahra village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gai Dahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Gai Dahra is Amarpur.
What is the pincode of Gai Dahra?
The pincode of Gai Dahra is 828109.
What is the population of Gai Dahra?
Gai Dahra has a total population of 2,398, including 1,238 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Gai Dahra?
There are 383 households in Gai Dahra.
What is the literacy rate in Gai Dahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gai Dahra is 60.93%. Male literacy is 66.72% and female literacy is 54.74%.