Sarhachia - Lawalaung, Chatra
Sarhachia is a village situated in the Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lawalaung and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Katia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarhachia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarhachia is 348616. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.52 hectares and falls under the 825103 pincode.
Sarhachia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarhachia
According to the 2011 Census, Sarhachia village had a total population of 152 people, including 72 males and 80 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.74%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 44 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Sarhachia
Sarhachia 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 Sarhachia
Sarhachia 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Sarhachia is about 17 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 Sarhachia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarhachia 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 Sarhachia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarhachia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarhachia
Where is Sarhachia located?
Sarhachia village is located in Lawalaung Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarhachia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarhachia is Katia.
What is the pincode of Sarhachia?
The pincode of Sarhachia is 825103.
What is the population of Sarhachia?
Sarhachia had a total population of 152, including 72 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Sarhachia?
Sarhachia had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarhachia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarhachia was 41.74%. Male literacy was 49.12% and female literacy was 34.48%.