Kashijora - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Kashijora is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Goilkera and around 29 km from Chaibasa. Kadamdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashijora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashijora is 377568. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.24 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Kashijora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashijora
According to the 2011 Census, Kashijora village had a total population of 501 people, including 247 males and 254 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.43%, with male literacy at 63.83% and female literacy at 30.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 484.
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 | 501 | 247 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 239 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 120 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 127 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Kashijora
Kashijora 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 Kashijora
Kashijora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kashijora is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashijora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashijora 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 Kashijora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashijora 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 Kashijora
Where is Kashijora located?
Kashijora village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kashijora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashijora is Kadamdiha.
What is the pincode of Kashijora?
The pincode of Kashijora is 833103.
What is the population of Kashijora?
Kashijora had a total population of 501, including 247 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Kashijora?
Kashijora had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashijora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashijora was 46.43%. Male literacy was 63.83% and female literacy was 30.39%.