Andharkola - Jamua, Giridih
Andharkola is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Dhurgadhagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andharkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andharkola is 351306. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.1 hectares and falls under the 815318 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Andharkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Andharkola
According to the 2011 Census, Andharkola village had a total population of 582 people, including 283 males and 299 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.92%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 39.32%.
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 | 582 | 283 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 167 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 116 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Andharkola
Andharkola 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 Andharkola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Andharkola. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Andharkola.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Andharkola is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andharkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andharkola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andharkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andharkola 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 Andharkola
Where is Andharkola located?
Andharkola village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andharkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Andharkola is Dhurgadhagi.
What is the pincode of Andharkola?
The pincode of Andharkola is 815318.
What is the population of Andharkola?
Andharkola had a total population of 582, including 283 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Andharkola?
Andharkola had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andharkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andharkola was 56.92%. Male literacy was 75.57% and female literacy was 39.32%.