Ghordaur - Ramgarh, Dumka
Ghordaur is a village situated in the Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Kanjo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghordaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghordaur is 370365. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Ghordaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghordaur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghordaur village had a total population of 512 people, including 275 males and 237 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.33%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 45.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 512 | 275 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 187 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 88 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Ghordaur
Ghordaur 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 Ghordaur
Ghordaur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Ghordaur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghordaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghordaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghordaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghordaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghordaur
Where is Ghordaur located?
Ghordaur village is located in Ramgarh Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghordaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghordaur is Kanjo.
What is the pincode of Ghordaur?
The pincode of Ghordaur is 814119.
What is the population of Ghordaur?
Ghordaur had a total population of 512, including 275 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Ghordaur?
Ghordaur had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghordaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghordaur was 62.33%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 45.28%.