Nawadih - Gawan, Giridih
Nawadih 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. Manjhane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawadih is 350231. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.04 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode.
Nawadih 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 Nawadih
According to the 2011 Census, Nawadih village had a total population of 494 people, including 245 males and 249 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.68%, with male literacy at 78.53% and female literacy at 38.62%.
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 | 494 | 245 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 150 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 95 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Nawadih
Nawadih 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 Nawadih
Public transport in the Nawadih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nawadih 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 Nawadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawadih 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawadih 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawadih
Where is Nawadih located?
Nawadih village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawadih is Manjhane.
What is the pincode of Nawadih?
The pincode of Nawadih is 815313.
What is the population of Nawadih?
Nawadih had a total population of 494, including 245 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Nawadih?
Nawadih had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawadih was 58.68%. Male literacy was 78.53% and female literacy was 38.62%.