Saptar Village - Madhupur, Deoghar
Saptar is a village situated in the Madhupur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Saptar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saptar is 354591. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 815353 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Saptar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saptar
As per Census 2011, Saptar village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,067 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,236 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saptar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,155 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 200 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 151 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,236 | 817 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 338 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Saptar
Saptar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samlabahiar | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Belwatari | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Mahtobahiar | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Misarna | North | 1.17 km |
| Telodih | West | 1.27 km |
| Lakhnuwa | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Manpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Sonbadia | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Gangti | South | 1.80 km |
| Baijnathpur | North | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saptar
Saptar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nawapatra, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Saptar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saptar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saptar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saptar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saptar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saptar
Where is Saptar located?
Saptar village is located in Madhupur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saptar?
Saptar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saptar?
The pincode of Saptar is 815353.
What is the population of Saptar?
Saptar has a total population of 2,222, including 1,155 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Saptar?
There are 348 households in Saptar.
What is the literacy rate in Saptar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saptar is 55.63%. Male literacy is 70.74% and female literacy is 39.27%.