Gajhandih
Gajhandih is a village located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bishungarh (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Narki is the gram panchayat of Gajhandih village.
Gajhandih has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gajhandih
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajhandih is 368478. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829112. Bishungarh is nearest town to Gajhandih village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gajhandih village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gajhandih
Below is a concise population overview of Gajhandih as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 438 | 226 | 212 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 222 | 208 |
Literate Population | 139 | 94 | 45 |
Illiterate Population | 299 | 132 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajhandih village:
- The total population of Gajhandih village is around 438, including approximately 226 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Gajhandih village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gajhandih village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 430 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gajhandih village is about 31.74%, with male literacy at 41.59% and female literacy at 21.23%.
- There are around 80 households in Gajhandih village.
Connectivity of Gajhandih
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajhandih. As per the 2011 stats, Gajhandih had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajhandih
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajhandih helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajhandih.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajhandih
- Where is Gajhandih located?
- Gajhandih village is situated in Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajhandih?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gajhandih is Narki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gajhandih?
- The pincode of Gajhandih is 829112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajhandih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajhandih is 438, with 226 males and 212 females.
- How many households are there in Gajhandih as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajhandih village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajhandih as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajhandih is 31.74%. The male literacy rate is 41.59%, while the female literacy rate is 21.23%.