Purnidih - Suriya, Giridih
Purnidih is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Giridih. Purnidih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnidih is 352547. The village covers a total geographical area of 881 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Purnidih 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 Purnidih
As per Census 2011, Purnidih village has a total population of 3,467 people, consisting of 1,655 males and 1,812 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 1,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 432 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 839 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purnidih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,467 | 1,655 | 1,812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 386 | 395 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 183 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 839 | 418 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 906 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,968 | 749 | 1,219 |
Nearby Villages of Purnidih
Purnidih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Domansingha | North | 1.81 km |
| Bhusar | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Kesodih | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Ratnadih | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Kusmai | North | 2.88 km |
| Gajodih | North | 2.91 km |
| Kisodih | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Sirmadih | East | 3.03 km |
| Koiridih | South | 3.36 km |
| Kharkhundo | North-West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purnidih
Purnidih 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 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Purnidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnidih 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnidih 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 Purnidih
Where is Purnidih located?
Purnidih village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnidih?
Purnidih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purnidih?
The pincode of Purnidih is 825320.
What is the population of Purnidih?
Purnidih has a total population of 3,467, including 1,655 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Purnidih?
There are 512 households in Purnidih.
What is the literacy rate in Purnidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnidih is 43.24%. Male literacy is 54.74% and female literacy is 32.73%.