Girdharchak - Giridih
Girdharchak is a village situated in the Giridih subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Giridih, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girdharchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdharchak is 352039. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.99 hectares and falls under the 815316 pincode.
Girdharchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girdharchak
According to the 2011 Census, Girdharchak village had a total population of 542 people, including 282 males and 260 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 542 | 282 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 79 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 175 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 107 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Girdharchak
Girdharchak 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 Girdharchak
Girdharchak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Girdharchak is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girdharchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdharchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Girdharchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdharchak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Girdharchak
Where is Girdharchak located?
Girdharchak village is located in Giridih Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girdharchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Girdharchak is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Girdharchak?
The pincode of Girdharchak is 815316.
What is the population of Girdharchak?
Girdharchak had a total population of 542, including 282 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Girdharchak?
Girdharchak had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girdharchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdharchak was 68.42%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 50.00%.