Katjhari - Gawan, Giridih
Katjhari is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Jamdar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katjhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katjhari is 350235. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.06 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Katjhari 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 Katjhari
Katjhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khudwatari | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Kumhiatari | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Tarapur | West | 1.60 km |
| Dharbe | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Bhikhi | North | 2.10 km |
| Palma | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Konarbank | North | 2.15 km |
| Amjhar | South | 2.29 km |
| Khaonahar | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Todalkhar | South-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katjhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katjhari. The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Katjhari is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katjhari 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 Katjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katjhari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Katjhari
Where is Katjhari located?
Katjhari village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katjhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Katjhari is Jamdar.
What is the pincode of Katjhari?
The pincode of Katjhari is 825412.