Raghaidih - Bengabad, Giridih
Raghaidih is a village situated in the Bengabad subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bengabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chotkikhargdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghaidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghaidih is 351523. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode.
Raghaidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Raghaidih
According to the 2011 Census, Raghaidih village had a total population of 454 people, including 228 males and 226 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.71%, with male literacy at 76.37% and female literacy at 40.23%.
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 | 454 | 228 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 139 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 89 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Raghaidih
Raghaidih 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 Raghaidih
Raghaidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Giridih to Raghaidih is about 26 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 Raghaidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghaidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghaidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghaidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raghaidih
Where is Raghaidih located?
Raghaidih village is located in Bengabad Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raghaidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghaidih is Chotkikhargdiha.
What is the pincode of Raghaidih?
The pincode of Raghaidih is 815312.
What is the population of Raghaidih?
Raghaidih had a total population of 454, including 228 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Raghaidih?
Raghaidih had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raghaidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghaidih was 58.71%. Male literacy was 76.37% and female literacy was 40.23%.