Durgodih - Birni, Giridih
Durgodih is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgodih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgodih is 352330. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.83 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Durgodih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgodih
As per Census 2011, Durgodih village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 163 males and 145 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgodih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 110 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 53 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Durgodih
Durgodih 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 Durgodih
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Durgodih.
| 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 Durgodih is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgodih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgodih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Durgodih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgodih 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 Durgodih
Where is Durgodih located?
Durgodih village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgodih?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgodih is Jaridih.
What is the pincode of Durgodih?
The pincode of Durgodih is 825324.
What is the population of Durgodih?
Durgodih has a total population of 308, including 163 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Durgodih?
There are 50 households in Durgodih.
What is the literacy rate in Durgodih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgodih is 54.87%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 40.69%.