Katwaldih - Giridih
Katwaldih is a village situated in the Giridih subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Palmo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katwaldih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwaldih is 352173. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 815302 pincode.
Katwaldih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katwaldih
As per Census 2011, Katwaldih village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 528 males and 512 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katwaldih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 528 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 374 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 154 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Katwaldih
Katwaldih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gamhara Palmo | North-West | 0.57 km |
| Palmo | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Datlaga | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Kathwara | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Berdonga | West | 2.73 km |
| Rohaniatanr | North | 2.77 km |
| Gamhara | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Chamarkho | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Barhamuria | East | 3.50 km |
| Karanpura | South | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katwaldih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Katwaldih. The nearest railway station is Giridih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Katwaldih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwaldih 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katwaldih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwaldih 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 Katwaldih
Where is Katwaldih located?
Katwaldih village is located in Giridih Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwaldih?
The Gram Panchayat of Katwaldih is Palmo.
What is the pincode of Katwaldih?
The pincode of Katwaldih is 815302.
What is the population of Katwaldih?
Katwaldih has a total population of 1,040, including 528 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Katwaldih?
There are 172 households in Katwaldih.
What is the literacy rate in Katwaldih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwaldih is 58.75%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 46.29%.