Khirodih - Gawan, Giridih
Khirodih is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Badidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirodih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirodih is 350261. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.24 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode.
Khirodih 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 Khirodih
According to the 2011 Census, Khirodih village had a total population of 263 people, including 150 males and 113 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 70.87% and female literacy at 41.18%.
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 | 263 | 150 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 90 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 60 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Khirodih
Khirodih 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 Khirodih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khirodih. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khirodih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khirodih is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirodih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirodih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirodih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirodih 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 Khirodih
Where is Khirodih located?
Khirodih village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirodih?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirodih is Badidih.
What is the pincode of Khirodih?
The pincode of Khirodih is 815313.
What is the population of Khirodih?
Khirodih had a total population of 263, including 150 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Khirodih?
Khirodih had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirodih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirodih was 57.64%. Male literacy was 70.87% and female literacy was 41.18%.