Khandhara - Dhanwar, Giridih
Khandhara 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Siramdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandhara is 351142. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.27 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Khandhara 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 Khandhara
As per Census 2011, Khandhara village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 158 males and 158 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 109 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 49 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Khandhara
Khandhara 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 Khandhara
Khandhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khandhara 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 Khandhara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandhara 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 Khandhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khandhara
Where is Khandhara located?
Khandhara village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandhara is Siramdih.
What is the pincode of Khandhara?
The pincode of Khandhara is 825412.
What is the population of Khandhara?
Khandhara has a total population of 316, including 158 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Khandhara?
There are 43 households in Khandhara.
What is the literacy rate in Khandhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandhara is 53.48%. Male literacy is 68.99% and female literacy is 37.97%.