Mokamo - Suriya, Giridih
Mokamo is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Giridih. Mokamo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokamo is 352543. The village covers a total geographical area of 546 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Mokamo 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 Mokamo
As per Census 2011, Mokamo village has a total population of 3,735 people, consisting of 1,939 males and 1,796 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 826 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 1,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mokamo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,735 | 1,939 | 1,796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 826 | 427 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 182 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,175 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 764 | 1,132 |
Nearby Villages of Mokamo
Mokamo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaskari | West | 1.04 km |
| Kisodih | North | 1.19 km |
| Paharpur | South | 2.10 km |
| Bhusar | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Kailatanr | West | 2.30 km |
| Singhdih | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Bakradih | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Baghanal | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Koiridih | East | 3.28 km |
| Mayapur | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mokamo
Mokamo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaudhribandh, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Mokamo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokamo 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 Mokamo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokamo 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 Mokamo
Where is Mokamo located?
Mokamo village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokamo?
Mokamo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mokamo?
The pincode of Mokamo is 825320.
What is the population of Mokamo?
Mokamo has a total population of 3,735, including 1,939 males and 1,796 females.
How many households are there in Mokamo?
There are 506 households in Mokamo.
What is the literacy rate in Mokamo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokamo is 49.24%. Male literacy is 60.60% and female literacy is 36.97%.