Burhiabad - Bengabad, Giridih
Burhiabad is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bengabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chotkikhargdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Burhiabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burhiabad is 351520. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.37 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Burhiabad 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.
Nearby Villages of Burhiabad
Burhiabad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Misirdih | South-East | 0.29 km |
| Gobridih | North-East | 0.47 km |
| Jamuniabad | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Harila | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Harkhudih | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Mahtodih | East | 1.56 km |
| Kadampur | North | 1.65 km |
| Dewatanr | West | 1.72 km |
| Jhabdatanr | North | 1.86 km |
| Ghonghabad | North | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burhiabad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Burhiabad. The nearest railway station is Maheshmunda, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Giridih to Burhiabad is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burhiabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burhiabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Burhiabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burhiabad 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 Burhiabad
Where is Burhiabad located?
Burhiabad village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burhiabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Burhiabad is Chotkikhargdiha.
What is the pincode of Burhiabad?
The pincode of Burhiabad is 815312.