Gouridih - Nimdih, Saraikela Kharsawan
Gouridih is a village situated in the Nimdih subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Nimdih and around 55 km from Seraikela-kharsawan. Gourdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gouridih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gouridih is 379064. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Jamsedhpur is the nearest town.
Gouridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gouridih
According to the 2011 Census, Gouridih village had a total population of 460 people, including 226 males and 234 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.80%, with male literacy at 89.56% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 226 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 123 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 163 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 63 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Gouridih
Gouridih 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 Gouridih
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gouridih. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gouridih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikela-kharsawan to Gouridih is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gouridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gouridih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gouridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gouridih 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gouridih
Where is Gouridih located?
Gouridih village is located in Nimdih Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gouridih?
The Gram Panchayat of Gouridih is Gourdih.
What is the pincode of Gouridih?
The pincode of Gouridih is 833104.
What is the population of Gouridih?
Gouridih had a total population of 460, including 226 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Gouridih?
Gouridih had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gouridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gouridih was 75.80%. Male literacy was 89.56% and female literacy was 62.89%.