Khardiha - Haidernagar, Palamu
Khardiha is a village situated in the Haidernagar subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khardiha and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Daltenganj. Babhandih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khardiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardiha is 365164. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 822115 pincode. Haidernagar is the nearest town.
Khardiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khardiha
As per Census 2011, Khardiha village has a total population of 707 people, consisting of 347 males and 360 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 347 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 161 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 200 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 147 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Khardiha
Khardiha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khardiha
Public transport in the Khardiha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khardiha.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Daltenganj to Khardiha is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khardiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardiha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khardiha
Where is Khardiha located?
Khardiha village is located in Haidernagar Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khardiha is Babhandih.
What is the pincode of Khardiha?
The pincode of Khardiha is 822115.
What is the population of Khardiha?
Khardiha has a total population of 707, including 347 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Khardiha?
There are 123 households in Khardiha.
What is the literacy rate in Khardiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardiha is 50.35%. Male literacy is 57.64% and female literacy is 43.33%.