Baddiha Village Overview
Baddiha is a village in Dhanwar tehsil of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It lies about 13 km from Dhanwar tehsil headquarters and around 68 km from Giridih district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Dumardiha is the Gram Panchayat for Baddiha village.
The sections below provide essential information about Baddiha village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baddiha is 350937. The village covers a geographical area of 216 hectares and has a pincode of 825418. Dhanwar is the nearest town.
Baddiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Baddiha
Population & Demographics of Baddiha
This section provides population and demographic details of Baddiha village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,932 | 957 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 178 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 662 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 295 | 589 |
Key population details of Baddiha village are given below:
- Baddiha village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,932, including approximately 957 males and 975 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 317 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Baddiha village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 54.24%.
- There are around 311 households in Baddiha village.
Transport & Connectivity of Baddiha
Transport facilities help residents of Baddiha village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baddiha
The following villages are located close to Baddiha and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baddiha
- Where is Baddiha located?
- Baddiha village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baddiha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baddiha is Dumardiha (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Baddiha?
- The pincode of Baddiha is 825418.
- What is the population of Baddiha?
- Baddiha has a total population of 1,932, including 957 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Baddiha?
- There are 311 households in Baddiha.
- What is the literacy rate in Baddiha?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baddiha is 54.24%. Male literacy is 69.17% and female literacy is 39.59%.