Durjanadih - Dhanwar, Giridih
Durjanadih is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chandrakho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durjanadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durjanadih is 350939. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.03 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Durjanadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Durjanadih
As per Census 2011, Durjanadih village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 225 males and 207 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 170 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durjanadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 432 | 225 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 165 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Durjanadih
Durjanadih 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 Durjanadih
Durjanadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Durjanadih has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Durjanadih is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durjanadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durjanadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durjanadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durjanadih 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Durjanadih
Where is Durjanadih located?
Durjanadih village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durjanadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Durjanadih is Chandrakho.
What is the pincode of Durjanadih?
The pincode of Durjanadih is 825412.
What is the population of Durjanadih?
Durjanadih has a total population of 432, including 225 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Durjanadih?
There are 69 households in Durjanadih.
What is the literacy rate in Durjanadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durjanadih is 60.65%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 46.86%.