Gardih - Birni, Giridih
Gardih is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Jaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardih is 352312. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.11 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Gardih 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 Gardih
According to the 2011 Census, Gardih village had a total population of 463 people, including 215 males and 248 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.18%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 31.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 463 | 215 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 150 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 147 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 68 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Gardih
Gardih 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 Gardih
Gardih 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 Gardih is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardih 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 Gardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardih 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gardih
Where is Gardih located?
Gardih village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardih is Jaridih.
What is the pincode of Gardih?
The pincode of Gardih is 825324.
What is the population of Gardih?
Gardih had a total population of 463, including 215 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Gardih?
Gardih had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardih was 56.18%. Male literacy was 84.48% and female literacy was 31.31%.