Khandiha - Giridih
Khandiha is a village situated in the Giridih subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Patrodih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandiha is 352189. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 815302 pincode.
Khandiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandiha
As per Census 2011, Khandiha village has a total population of 2,119 people, consisting of 1,105 males and 1,014 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 1,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,105 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 215 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,387 | 735 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 585 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 520 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Khandiha
Khandiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chilga | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Chunjka | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Burhiadih | East | 2.24 km |
| Akdoni Kalan | West | 2.35 km |
| Tikodih | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Jogitanr | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Lodi Alias Sarhancha | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Biswasdih | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Mohulichuan | North | 3.29 km |
| Purnanagar | South | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandiha
Khandiha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Giridih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 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 Khandiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandiha 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 Khandiha
Where is Khandiha located?
Khandiha village is located in Giridih Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandiha is Patrodih.
What is the pincode of Khandiha?
The pincode of Khandiha is 815302.
What is the population of Khandiha?
Khandiha has a total population of 2,119, including 1,105 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Khandiha?
There are 373 households in Khandiha.
What is the literacy rate in Khandiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandiha is 43.89%. Male literacy is 52.94% and female literacy is 34.02%.