Koar - Gawan, Giridih
Koar is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sairuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koar is 350224. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.87 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Koar 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 Koar
According to the 2011 Census, Koar village had a total population of 54 people, including 27 males and 27 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.02%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 41.67%.
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 | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Koar
Koar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semrapatal | East | 0.45 km |
| Dabar | North-West | 0.71 km |
| Seruwa | East | 1.26 km |
| Karmatanr | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Kurchi | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Bendro | South | 1.73 km |
| Bagdedih | West | 1.75 km |
| Jhajha | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Patna | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Cherwa | East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Koar. The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Koar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Koar
Where is Koar located?
Koar village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koar is Sairuwa.
What is the pincode of Koar?
The pincode of Koar is 815313.
What is the population of Koar?
Koar had a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Koar?
Koar had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koar was 51.02%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 41.67%.