Sartha - Chandi, Nalanda
Sartha is a village situated in the Chandi subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Sartha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sartha is 244332. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Hilsa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sartha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sartha
As per Census 2011, Sartha village has a total population of 6,564 people, consisting of 3,395 males and 3,169 females. The village has 1,087 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,668 literate and 2,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sartha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,564 | 3,395 | 3,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,226 | 602 | 624 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,553 | 793 | 760 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,668 | 2,228 | 1,440 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,896 | 1,167 | 1,729 |
Nearby Villages of Sartha
Sartha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganga Bigha | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Porai | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Tanrapar | South | 2.10 km |
| Araut | South | 2.36 km |
| Murhari | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Rupaspur | East | 2.56 km |
| Belchhi | West | 2.77 km |
| Sabnahuar | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Sirnawan | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Mokimpur | North-West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sartha
Sartha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hilsa to Sartha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Sartha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sartha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sartha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sartha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sartha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sartha
Where is Sartha located?
Sartha village is located in Chandi Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sartha?
Sartha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sartha?
The pincode of Sartha is 803110.
What is the population of Sartha?
Sartha has a total population of 6,564, including 3,395 males and 3,169 females.
How many households are there in Sartha?
There are 1,087 households in Sartha.
What is the literacy rate in Sartha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sartha is 55.88%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 45.44%.