Jordiha - Maheshpur, Pakur
Jordiha is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. Askandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jordiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jordiha is 360559. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Jordiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jordiha
As per Census 2011, Jordiha village has a total population of 537 people, consisting of 270 males and 267 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 517 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jordiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 270 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 262 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 175 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Jordiha
Jordiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nirbandh | North | 1.00 km |
| Tulsipur | East | 1.10 km |
| Bhagabandh | South | 1.20 km |
| Hiranpur | West | 1.37 km |
| Dhobna | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Bara Bharatpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Taldiha | West | 2.27 km |
| Ramjitpur | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Chhota Bharatpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Borio | South-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jordiha
Jordiha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajgram, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Jordiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jordiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jordiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jordiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jordiha
Where is Jordiha located?
Jordiha village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jordiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jordiha is Askandha.
What is the pincode of Jordiha?
The pincode of Jordiha is 816106.
What is the population of Jordiha?
Jordiha has a total population of 537, including 270 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Jordiha?
There are 97 households in Jordiha.
What is the literacy rate in Jordiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jordiha is 29.42%. Male literacy is 35.19% and female literacy is 23.60%.