Ghanghrikura - Tisri, Giridih
Ghanghrikura is a village situated in the Tisri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tisri and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Barawadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghanghrikura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanghrikura is 350537. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 815317 pincode.
Ghanghrikura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghanghrikura
As per Census 2011, Ghanghrikura village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 438 males and 475 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanghrikura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 438 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 301 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 137 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanghrikura
Ghanghrikura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetariatand | East | 1.16 km |
| Karopataro | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Mahkhar | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Sankh | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Kisutanr | East | 2.08 km |
| Barwadih | North | 2.15 km |
| Dhansoti | South | 2.55 km |
| Kundar | East | 2.62 km |
| Nawadih | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Chadgo | West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghanghrikura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghanghrikura. The nearest railway station is Parsabad, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Ghanghrikura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghanghrikura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanghrikura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghanghrikura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanghrikura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghanghrikura
Where is Ghanghrikura located?
Ghanghrikura village is located in Tisri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanghrikura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghanghrikura is Barawadih.
What is the pincode of Ghanghrikura?
The pincode of Ghanghrikura is 815317.
What is the population of Ghanghrikura?
Ghanghrikura has a total population of 913, including 438 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Ghanghrikura?
There are 118 households in Ghanghrikura.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanghrikura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanghrikura is 61.34%. Male literacy is 68.72% and female literacy is 54.53%.