Girhidih - Dhanwar, Giridih
Girhidih is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Giridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girhidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girhidih is 350941. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.31 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Girhidih 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 Girhidih
According to the 2011 Census, Girhidih village had a total population of 1,549 people, including 796 males and 753 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.95%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 49.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 1,549 | 796 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 140 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 538 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 258 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Girhidih
Girhidih 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 Girhidih
Girhidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Girhidih has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Girhidih is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girhidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girhidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Girhidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girhidih 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girhidih
Where is Girhidih located?
Girhidih village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girhidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Girhidih is Giridih.
What is the pincode of Girhidih?
The pincode of Girhidih is 825412.
What is the population of Girhidih?
Girhidih had a total population of 1,549, including 796 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Girhidih?
Girhidih had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girhidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girhidih was 65.95%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 49.45%.