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
According to the 2011 Census, Jhaba village had a total population of 102 people, including 54 males and 48 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 56.41%.
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 | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 102, including 54 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Jhaba?
Jhaba had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaba was 75.29%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 56.41%.