Saranda - Sarath, Deoghar
Saranda is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Devghar. Dumdumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranda is 355277. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.19 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode. Jamtara is the nearest town.
Saranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Saranda
According to the 2011 Census, Saranda village had a total population of 403 people, including 208 males and 195 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.78%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 54.12%.
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 | 403 | 208 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 164 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 44 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Saranda
Saranda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amdiha Chhit | East | 0.69 km |
| Sardiha | North | 1.01 km |
| Amdiha | South | 1.27 km |
| Bahadurpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Belatanr | North | 1.52 km |
| Dumdumi | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Phaphnad | West | 1.76 km |
| Alagchuya | West | 2.19 km |
| Bhawanipur | North | 2.25 km |
| Phudnisare | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saranda
Saranda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Devghar to Saranda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saranda
Where is Saranda located?
Saranda village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranda is Dumdumi.
What is the pincode of Saranda?
The pincode of Saranda is 815355.
What is the population of Saranda?
Saranda had a total population of 403, including 208 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Saranda?
Saranda had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranda was 73.78%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 54.12%.