Pihra-Ansh - Gawan, Giridih
Pihra-Ansh is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Pihara Pashchimi Bhag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pihra-Ansh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pihra-Ansh is 350355. The village covers a total geographical area of 2449.47 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Pihra-Ansh 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 Pihra-Ansh
As per Census 2011, Pihra-Ansh village has a total population of 15,578 people, consisting of 7,865 males and 7,713 females. The village has 2,335 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,058 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,067 literate and 7,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,020 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pihra-Ansh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,578 | 7,865 | 7,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,058 | 1,533 | 1,525 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,020 | 991 | 1,029 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,067 | 4,882 | 3,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,511 | 2,983 | 4,528 |
Nearby Villages of Pihra-Ansh
Pihra-Ansh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamtoto | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Dhanasoti | East | 2.67 km |
| Jagdishpur | North | 2.88 km |
| Simratari | West | 3.24 km |
| Manimahodar | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Karchaita | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Sarayadah | North | 3.86 km |
| Kohbarwa | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Angar | North | 4.70 km |
| Kharsan | North-East | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pihra-Ansh
Pihra-Ansh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hirodih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Pihra-Ansh is about 101 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 Pihra-Ansh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pihra-Ansh 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 Pihra-Ansh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pihra-Ansh 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 Pihra-Ansh
Where is Pihra-Ansh located?
Pihra-Ansh village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pihra-Ansh?
The Gram Panchayat of Pihra-Ansh is Pihara Pashchimi Bhag.
What is the pincode of Pihra-Ansh?
The pincode of Pihra-Ansh is 815313.
What is the population of Pihra-Ansh?
Pihra-Ansh has a total population of 15,578, including 7,865 males and 7,713 females.
How many households are there in Pihra-Ansh?
There are 2,335 households in Pihra-Ansh.
What is the literacy rate in Pihra-Ansh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pihra-Ansh is 51.78%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 41.29%.