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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Durgodih village had a total population of 308 people, including 163 males and 145 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 85.27% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194.
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 | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 308, including 163 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Durgodih?
Durgodih had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgodih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgodih was 68.42%. Male literacy was 85.27% and female literacy was 50.00%.