Paharidih - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Paharidih is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Gadijhopa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paharidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paharidih is 369292. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.4 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Paharidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paharidih
According to the 2011 Census, Paharidih village had a total population of 147 people, including 79 males and 68 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.69%, with male literacy at 73.24% and female literacy at 38.98%.
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 | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 52 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Paharidih
Paharidih 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 Paharidih
Public transport in the Paharidih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paharidih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Paharidih is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paharidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paharidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paharidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paharidih 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paharidih
Where is Paharidih located?
Paharidih village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paharidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Paharidih is Gadijhopa.
What is the pincode of Paharidih?
The pincode of Paharidih is 814145.
What is the population of Paharidih?
Paharidih had a total population of 147, including 79 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Paharidih?
Paharidih had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paharidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paharidih was 57.69%. Male literacy was 73.24% and female literacy was 38.98%.