Guwakhandhar - Dhanwar, Giridih
Guwakhandhar is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sapamaran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guwakhandhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guwakhandhar is 351034. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Guwakhandhar 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 Guwakhandhar
As per Census 2011, Guwakhandhar village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 455 males and 453 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 431 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guwakhandhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 455 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 431 | 264 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 191 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Guwakhandhar
Guwakhandhar 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 Guwakhandhar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Guwakhandhar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Guwakhandhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Guwakhandhar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guwakhandhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guwakhandhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guwakhandhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guwakhandhar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guwakhandhar
Where is Guwakhandhar located?
Guwakhandhar village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guwakhandhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Guwakhandhar is Sapamaran.
What is the pincode of Guwakhandhar?
The pincode of Guwakhandhar is 825412.
What is the population of Guwakhandhar?
Guwakhandhar has a total population of 908, including 455 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Guwakhandhar?
There are 134 households in Guwakhandhar.
What is the literacy rate in Guwakhandhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guwakhandhar is 47.47%. Male literacy is 58.02% and female literacy is 36.87%.