Karihari - Jamua, Giridih
Karihari is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Karihari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karihari is 351174. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.68 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Karihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karihari
According to the 2011 Census, Karihari village had a total population of 4,689 people, including 2,344 males and 2,345 females, living in 719 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.87%, with male literacy at 79.14% and female literacy at 49.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 538, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,689 | 2,344 | 2,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 930 | 494 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 281 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,401 | 1,464 | 937 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,288 | 880 | 1,408 |
Nearby Villages of Karihari
Karihari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhi | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Chadgar | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Surhi | South | 1.39 km |
| Rajpura | North | 1.72 km |
| Dangardih | East | 1.79 km |
| Dhibitanr | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Bishunpur | West | 2.35 km |
| Kisgo | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Nichli Chitardih | West | 2.68 km |
| Pekariya | South | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karihari
Karihari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dasara, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Karihari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karihari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karihari 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 Karihari
Where is Karihari located?
Karihari village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karihari?
Karihari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karihari?
The pincode of Karihari is 825412.
What is the population of Karihari?
Karihari had a total population of 4,689, including 2,344 males and 2,345 females.
How many households are there in Karihari?
Karihari had 719 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karihari was 63.87%. Male literacy was 79.14% and female literacy was 49.08%.