Garaidih - Birni, Giridih
Garaidih 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 42 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Shakhabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garaidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garaidih is 352353. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.82 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode.
Garaidih 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 Garaidih
According to the 2011 Census, Garaidih village had a total population of 655 people, including 332 males and 323 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 49.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 655 | 332 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 211 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 121 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Garaidih
Garaidih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpur | East | 1.05 km |
| Belna | South | 1.09 km |
| Saranda | South | 1.97 km |
| Taratanr | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Kharkhari | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Gidhatanr | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Bhalua | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Jamuniatanr | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Bishunpur | East | 3.04 km |
| Kubri | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garaidih
Public transport in the Garaidih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Road, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Garaidih is about 42 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 Garaidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garaidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garaidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garaidih 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 Garaidih
Where is Garaidih located?
Garaidih village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garaidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Garaidih is Shakhabara.
What is the pincode of Garaidih?
The pincode of Garaidih is 825324.
What is the population of Garaidih?
Garaidih had a total population of 655, including 332 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Garaidih?
Garaidih had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garaidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garaidih was 65.11%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 49.00%.