Saharpura - Tundi, Dhanbad
Saharpura is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Ukma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharpura is 361141. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.97 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Saharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saharpura
As per Census 2011, Saharpura village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 293 males and 295 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saharpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 293 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 266 | 168 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 125 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Saharpura
Saharpura 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 Saharpura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Saharpura.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Saharpura is about 15 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 Saharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharpura 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 Saharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharpura 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 Saharpura
Where is Saharpura located?
Saharpura village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharpura is Ukma.
What is the pincode of Saharpura?
The pincode of Saharpura is 828142.
What is the population of Saharpura?
Saharpura has a total population of 588, including 293 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Saharpura?
There are 123 households in Saharpura.
What is the literacy rate in Saharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharpura is 45.24%. Male literacy is 57.34% and female literacy is 33.22%.