Gardih - Ramgarh, Dumka
Gardih is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Tharihat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardih is 370309. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Gardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gardih
According to the 2011 Census, Gardih village had a total population of 415 people, including 211 males and 204 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.76%, with male literacy at 78.02% and female literacy at 50.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 415 | 211 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 122 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 142 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 69 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Gardih
Gardih 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 Gardih
Public transport in the Gardih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Gardih is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gardih
Where is Gardih located?
Gardih village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardih is Tharihat.
What is the pincode of Gardih?
The pincode of Gardih is 814119.
What is the population of Gardih?
Gardih had a total population of 415, including 211 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gardih?
Gardih had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardih was 64.76%. Male literacy was 78.02% and female literacy was 50.30%.