Girhidih

Girhidih is a village located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Giridih is the gram panchayat of Girhidih village.

Girhidih has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Girhidih

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Girhidih is 350941. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825412. Dhanwar is nearest town to Girhidih village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Girhidih village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Girhidih

Below is a concise population overview of Girhidih as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,549 796 753
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 254 140 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 295 153 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 854 538 316
Illiterate Population 695 258 437

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Girhidih village:

  • The total population of Girhidih village is around 1,549, including approximately 796 males and 753 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Girhidih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Girhidih village has 295 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Girhidih village is about 55.13%, with male literacy at 67.59% and female literacy at 41.97%.
  • There are around 222 households in Girhidih village.

Connectivity of Girhidih

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Girhidih. As per the 2011 stats, Girhidih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Girhidih

Knowing the nearby villages of Girhidih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Girhidih.

Chitmatanr Baddiha Chihutimaran Durjanadih Koradih Mahadeodih Simaria Karudih Alias Koradih Salariatanr Harinmarwa Tunmalki

Frequently Asked Questions about Girhidih

Where is Girhidih located?
Girhidih village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girhidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Girhidih is Giridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Girhidih?
The pincode of Girhidih is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Girhidih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Girhidih is 1,549, with 796 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Girhidih as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Girhidih village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girhidih as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Girhidih is 55.13%. The male literacy rate is 67.59%, while the female literacy rate is 41.97%.