Pathaldiha - Gawan, Giridih
Pathaldiha is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Gaddar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pathaldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathaldiha is 350310. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.7 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Pathaldiha 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 Pathaldiha
According to the 2011 Census, Pathaldiha village had a total population of 490 people, including 248 males and 242 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 89.05% and female literacy at 54.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187.
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 | 490 | 248 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 86 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 179 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 69 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Pathaldiha
Pathaldiha 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 Pathaldiha
Public transport in the Pathaldiha 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Pathaldiha is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathaldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathaldiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pathaldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathaldiha 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 Pathaldiha
Where is Pathaldiha located?
Pathaldiha village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pathaldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pathaldiha is Gaddar.
What is the pincode of Pathaldiha?
The pincode of Pathaldiha is 815313.
What is the population of Pathaldiha?
Pathaldiha had a total population of 490, including 248 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Pathaldiha?
Pathaldiha had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathaldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathaldiha was 71.89%. Male literacy was 89.05% and female literacy was 54.73%.