Saranda - Belhar, Banka
Saranda is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Srinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranda is 241531. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Saranda
According to the 2011 Census, Saranda village had a total population of 1,644 people, including 852 males and 792 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 79.82% and female literacy at 50.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 898.
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 | 1,644 | 852 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 168 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 462 | 436 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 546 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 306 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Saranda
Saranda 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 Saranda
Saranda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Saranda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saranda
Where is Saranda located?
Saranda village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranda is Srinagar.
What is the pincode of Saranda?
The pincode of Saranda is 813202.
What is the population of Saranda?
Saranda had a total population of 1,644, including 852 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Saranda?
Saranda had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranda was 65.80%. Male literacy was 79.82% and female literacy was 50.56%.