Jhaba - Gawan, Giridih
Jhaba is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Badidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaba is 350230. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.25 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode.
Jhaba 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 Jhaba
As per Census 2011, Jhaba village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 54 males and 48 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhaba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaba
Jhaba 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 Jhaba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhaba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Jhaba 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 Jhaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhaba
Where is Jhaba located?
Jhaba village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaba is Badidih.
What is the pincode of Jhaba?
The pincode of Jhaba is 815313.
What is the population of Jhaba?
Jhaba has a total population of 102, including 54 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Jhaba?
There are 17 households in Jhaba.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaba is 62.75%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 45.83%.