Tilaia - Gawan, Giridih
Tilaia 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 100 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Manjhane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilaia is 350342. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Tilaia 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 Tilaia
According to the 2011 Census, Tilaia village had a total population of 178 people, including 100 males and 78 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.73%, with male literacy at 67.11% and female literacy at 36.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 51 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 49 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Tilaia
Tilaia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharkol Alias Dudhpania | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Dumardiha | South | 1.98 km |
| Gobardaha | East | 2.07 km |
| Bandarchuan Alias Machan | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Manjhne | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Odopodo | East | 3.40 km |
| Siratari | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Chihutia | South | 3.55 km |
| Alagdiha | East | 3.73 km |
| Birne | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilaia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tilaia. The nearest railway station is Baghi Bardiha, 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Tilaia is about 100 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 Tilaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilaia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tilaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilaia 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 Tilaia
Where is Tilaia located?
Tilaia village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilaia is Manjhane.
What is the pincode of Tilaia?
The pincode of Tilaia is 815313.
What is the population of Tilaia?
Tilaia had a total population of 178, including 100 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Tilaia?
Tilaia had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilaia was 53.73%. Male literacy was 67.11% and female literacy was 36.21%.