Sarha
Sarha is a village located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Belthu is the gram panchayat of Sarha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarha unique in its vibrant Shahkund-Bhagalpur region. You’ll see Sarha’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 Sarha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarha is 239727. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares. Siltanganj is nearest town to Sarha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sarha
Population of Sarha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarha has a total population of about 2,679, with approximately 1,405 males and 1,274 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 580 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 483 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.10%, with male literacy at about 44.77% and female literacy near 26.53%. There are around 542 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,679 | 1,405 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 284 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 260 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 629 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,712 | 776 | 936 |
Connectivity of Sarha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarha. As per the 2011 stats, Sarha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarha
- Where is Sarha located?
- Sarha village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarha is Belthu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sarha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarha is 2,679, with 1,405 males and 1,274 females.
- How many households are there in Sarha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarha village has a total of 542 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarha is 36.10%. The male literacy rate is 44.77%, while the female literacy rate is 26.53%.