Artoka - Bengabad, Giridih
Artoka is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Giridih, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Ojhadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Artoka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Artoka is 351690. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode.
Artoka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Artoka
According to the 2011 Census, Artoka village had a total population of 857 people, including 454 males and 403 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.30%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 47.26%.
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 | 857 | 454 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 99 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 291 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 163 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Artoka
Artoka 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 Artoka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Artoka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Artoka is about 23 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 Artoka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Artoka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Artoka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Artoka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Artoka
Where is Artoka located?
Artoka village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Artoka?
The Gram Panchayat of Artoka is Ojhadih.
What is the pincode of Artoka?
The pincode of Artoka is 815312.
What is the population of Artoka?
Artoka had a total population of 857, including 454 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Artoka?
Artoka had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Artoka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Artoka was 65.30%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 47.26%.