Ghoranjo - Jamua, Giridih
Ghoranjo is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Beharabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghoranjo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoranjo is 351367. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.05 hectares and falls under the 815314 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Ghoranjo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghoranjo
As per Census 2011, Ghoranjo village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 633 males and 574 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoranjo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 633 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 187 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 550 | 349 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 284 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoranjo
Ghoranjo 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 Ghoranjo
Ghoranjo 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Ghoranjo is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoranjo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoranjo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoranjo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoranjo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghoranjo
Where is Ghoranjo located?
Ghoranjo village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoranjo?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghoranjo is Beharabad.
What is the pincode of Ghoranjo?
The pincode of Ghoranjo is 815314.
What is the population of Ghoranjo?
Ghoranjo has a total population of 1,207, including 633 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Ghoranjo?
There are 164 households in Ghoranjo.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoranjo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoranjo is 45.57%. Male literacy is 55.13% and female literacy is 35.02%.