Balkidih - Dhanwar, Giridih
Balkidih is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Gorhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balkidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkidih is 350985. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.79 hectares and falls under the 825318 pincode.
Balkidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balkidih
According to the 2011 Census, Balkidih village had a total population of 310 people, including 158 males and 152 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.39%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 32.43%.
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 | 310 | 158 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 88 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 70 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Balkidih
Balkidih 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 Balkidih
Balkidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Balkidih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Balkidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkidih 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 Balkidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkidih 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balkidih
Where is Balkidih located?
Balkidih village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Balkidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Balkidih is Gorhand.
What is the pincode of Balkidih?
The pincode of Balkidih is 825318.
What is the population of Balkidih?
Balkidih had a total population of 310, including 158 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Balkidih?
Balkidih had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkidih was 54.39%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 32.43%.