Saharia - Nawadih, Bokaro
Saharia is a village situated in the Nawadih subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawadih and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Sahariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharia is 362240. The village covers a total geographical area of 811.91 hectares and falls under the 829112 pincode.
Saharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saharia
As per Census 2011, Saharia village has a total population of 4,606 people, consisting of 2,299 males and 2,307 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 799 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,560 literate and 2,046 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,606 | 2,299 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 799 | 382 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,539 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,046 | 760 | 1,286 |
Nearby Villages of Saharia
Saharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodro | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Chepro | South | 2.39 km |
| Ahardih | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Bhandra (ct) | East | 3.30 km |
| Koklodih | West | 3.31 km |
| Koriyadih | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ramnagar | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Junodih | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Surhi | West | 3.99 km |
| Nagri | North | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saharia
Saharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bholldih, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Saharia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saharia
Where is Saharia located?
Saharia village is located in Nawadih Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharia is Sahariya.
What is the pincode of Saharia?
The pincode of Saharia is 829112.
What is the population of Saharia?
Saharia has a total population of 4,606, including 2,299 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Saharia?
There are 801 households in Saharia.
What is the literacy rate in Saharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharia is 55.58%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 44.26%.