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
According to the 2011 Census, Purnidih village had a total population of 3,467 people, including 1,655 males and 1,812 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.81%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 41.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 839.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,467, including 1,655 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Purnidih?
Purnidih had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnidih was 55.81%. Male literacy was 71.39% and female literacy was 41.85%.