Gourdighiya
Gourdighiya is a village located in Jagannathpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jagnnathpur (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Kaleiya is the gram panchayat of Gourdighiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Gourdighiya unique in its vibrant Jagannathpur-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Gourdighiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gourdighiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gourdighiya is 378338. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833203. Chaibasa is nearest town to Gourdighiya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gourdighiya
Population of Gourdighiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gourdighiya has a total population of about 737, with approximately 344 males and 393 females. The sex ratio is around 1142 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 178. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.88%, with male literacy at about 64.83% and female literacy near 38.68%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gourdighiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 344 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 68 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 73 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 223 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 121 | 241 |
Connectivity of Gourdighiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gourdighiya. As per the 2011 stats, Gourdighiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gourdighiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gourdighiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gourdighiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gourdighiya
- Where is Gourdighiya located?
- Gourdighiya village is situated in Jagannathpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gourdighiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gourdighiya is Kaleiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gourdighiya?
- The pincode of Gourdighiya is 833203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gourdighiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gourdighiya is 737, with 344 males and 393 females.
- How many households are there in Gourdighiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gourdighiya village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gourdighiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gourdighiya is 50.88%. The male literacy rate is 64.83%, while the female literacy rate is 38.68%.