Kohbarwa - Gawan, Giridih
Kohbarwa is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Pihara Purwi Bhag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kohbarwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kohbarwa is 350352. The village covers a total geographical area of 275 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Kohbarwa 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 Kohbarwa
As per Census 2011, Kohbarwa village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 110 males and 112 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kohbarwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 110 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 78 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kohbarwa
Kohbarwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarayadah | West | 1.39 km |
| Samaidih | North | 1.79 km |
| Ambabad | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Jagdishpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Angar | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kharsan | East | 2.65 km |
| Dhanasoti | South | 3.43 km |
| Jamtoto | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Manorathdih | North | 3.83 km |
| Jhinguia | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kohbarwa
Kohbarwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawadih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Kohbarwa is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kohbarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kohbarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kohbarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kohbarwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kohbarwa
Where is Kohbarwa located?
Kohbarwa village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kohbarwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kohbarwa is Pihara Purwi Bhag.
What is the pincode of Kohbarwa?
The pincode of Kohbarwa is 815313.
What is the population of Kohbarwa?
Kohbarwa has a total population of 222, including 110 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Kohbarwa?
There are 37 households in Kohbarwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kohbarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kohbarwa is 22.52%. Male literacy is 29.09% and female literacy is 16.07%.