Khardiha - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Khardiha is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Saraidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khardiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardiha is 365609. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode. Saraidih 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 1,787 people, consisting of 917 males and 870 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 833 literate and 954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,787 | 917 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 145 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 221 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 833 | 505 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 412 | 542 |
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
Khardiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Khardiha is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khardiha
Where is Khardiha located?
Khardiha village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khardiha is Saraidih.
What is the pincode of Khardiha?
The pincode of Khardiha is 822113.
What is the population of Khardiha?
Khardiha has a total population of 1,787, including 917 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Khardiha?
There are 327 households in Khardiha.
What is the literacy rate in Khardiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardiha is 46.61%. Male literacy is 55.07% and female literacy is 37.70%.