Badkitand - Deori, Giridih
Badkitand is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Ghaskaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkitand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkitand is 350620. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Badkitand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkitand
According to the 2011 Census, Badkitand village had a total population of 269 people, including 145 males and 124 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.11%, with male literacy at 65.25% and female literacy at 43.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 269 | 145 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 145 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 77 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 68 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Badkitand
Badkitand 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 Badkitand
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badkitand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Badkitand is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkitand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkitand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badkitand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkitand 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Badkitand
Where is Badkitand located?
Badkitand village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badkitand?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkitand is Ghaskaridih.
What is the pincode of Badkitand?
The pincode of Badkitand is 815314.
What is the population of Badkitand?
Badkitand had a total population of 269, including 145 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Badkitand?
Badkitand had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badkitand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkitand was 55.11%. Male literacy was 65.25% and female literacy was 43.93%.