Gilkarhia - Jarmundi, Dumka
Gilkarhia is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Tetria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gilkarhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilkarhia is 369747. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Doeghar is the nearest town.
Gilkarhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gilkarhia
According to the 2011 Census, Gilkarhia village had a total population of 188 people, including 104 males and 84 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.39%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 57.35%.
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 | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 68 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 36 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Gilkarhia
Gilkarhia 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 Gilkarhia
Gilkarhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gilkarhia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Gilkarhia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gilkarhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilkarhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gilkarhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilkarhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gilkarhia
Where is Gilkarhia located?
Gilkarhia village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilkarhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilkarhia is Tetria.
What is the pincode of Gilkarhia?
The pincode of Gilkarhia is 814145.
What is the population of Gilkarhia?
Gilkarhia had a total population of 188, including 104 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Gilkarhia?
Gilkarhia had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gilkarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilkarhia was 70.39%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 57.35%.