Dhodhraha - Gawan, Giridih
Dhodhraha is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Nimadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhodhraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhodhraha is 350250. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Dhodhraha 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.
Nearby Villages of Dhodhraha
Dhodhraha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghleria | West | 0.83 km |
| Domni | South | 1.13 km |
| Baghyant | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Belakhunta | North | 1.28 km |
| Charki | West | 1.36 km |
| Khaonahar | East | 1.77 km |
| Tarai | South | 2.04 km |
| Gorianchun | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Bishunitikar | North-East | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhodhraha
The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Giridih to Dhodhraha is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dhodhraha
Where is Dhodhraha located?
Dhodhraha village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhodhraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhodhraha is Nimadih.
What is the pincode of Dhodhraha?
The pincode of Dhodhraha is 815313.