Modidih - Suriya, Giridih
Modidih is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Sariya and around 50 km from Giridih. Parsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Modidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Modidih is 352501. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.94 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Modidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Modidih
According to the 2011 Census, Modidih village had a total population of 779 people, including 401 males and 378 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.87%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 49.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 779 | 401 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 87 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 272 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 129 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Modidih
Modidih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasia | South | 1.42 km |
| Amnari | North | 1.76 km |
| Bagro | West | 2.06 km |
| Baheratanr | South | 3.31 km |
| Tilabani | West | 3.32 km |
| Lowabar | South | 3.34 km |
| Bhagnatand | North | 3.35 km |
| Dhawaiyatand | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Keshwari | East | 3.80 km |
| Karnodih | North | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Modidih
Modidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaube, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Modidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Modidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Modidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Modidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Modidih
Where is Modidih located?
Modidih village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Modidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Modidih is Parsiya.
What is the pincode of Modidih?
The pincode of Modidih is 825320.
What is the population of Modidih?
Modidih had a total population of 779, including 401 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Modidih?
Modidih had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Modidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Modidih was 67.87%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 49.53%.