Khiriachatan - Dhanwar, Giridih
Khiriachatan is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Nimadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriachatan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriachatan is 350923. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.35 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Khiriachatan 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 Khiriachatan
According to the 2011 Census, Khiriachatan village had a total population of 253 people, including 138 males and 115 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.53%, with male literacy at 63.30% and female literacy at 36.78%.
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 | 253 | 138 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 69 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 69 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriachatan
Khiriachatan 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 Khiriachatan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khiriachatan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khiriachatan.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Khiriachatan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriachatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriachatan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khiriachatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriachatan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khiriachatan
Where is Khiriachatan located?
Khiriachatan village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khiriachatan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriachatan is Nimadih.
What is the pincode of Khiriachatan?
The pincode of Khiriachatan is 825418.
What is the population of Khiriachatan?
Khiriachatan had a total population of 253, including 138 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Khiriachatan?
Khiriachatan had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriachatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriachatan was 51.53%. Male literacy was 63.30% and female literacy was 36.78%.