Ahridih - Gandey, Giridih
Ahridih is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Gande and around 33 km from Giridih. Mednisare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahridih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahridih is 351803. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Gridih is the nearest town.
Ahridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahridih
According to the 2011 Census, Ahridih village had a total population of 972 people, including 515 males and 457 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.51%, with male literacy at 63.46% and female literacy at 39.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 972 | 515 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 257 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 258 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Ahridih
Ahridih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madwatand | West | 0.93 km |
| Baksigarjasaran | East | 1.25 km |
| Dwarpahari | South | 1.53 km |
| Ledo | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Charghara | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Mednisare | South | 2.00 km |
| Ghatkul | East | 2.04 km |
| Karmatand | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Pandnatand | West | 2.26 km |
| Pipratol | North-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahridih
Ahridih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Krishna Ballabh, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Ahridih is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahridih 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 Ahridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahridih 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahridih
Where is Ahridih located?
Ahridih village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahridih?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahridih is Mednisare.
What is the pincode of Ahridih?
The pincode of Ahridih is 815312.
What is the population of Ahridih?
Ahridih had a total population of 972, including 515 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Ahridih?
Ahridih had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahridih was 52.51%. Male literacy was 63.46% and female literacy was 39.94%.