Bhalu - Deori, Giridih
Bhalu is a village situated in the Deori subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deori and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Guniyathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalu is 350638. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode.
Bhalu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bhalu
Bhalu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guniathar | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Chirudih | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Pharki | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Rojha | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Karijhal | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Tola Kaunjhi | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Jaido | South | 1.86 km |
| Bhadar | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Harmatari | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Tola Chatra | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhalu. The nearest railway station is Rajla, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Bhalu is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalu
Where is Bhalu located?
Bhalu village is located in Deori Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalu is Guniyathar.
What is the pincode of Bhalu?
The pincode of Bhalu is 815314.