Hathgarh - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Hathgarh is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Hansdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hathgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hathgarh is 369572. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Hathgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hathgarh
As per Census 2011, Hathgarh village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 503 males and 459 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hathgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 503 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 331 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 172 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Hathgarh
Hathgarh 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 Hathgarh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Hathgarh. Hathgarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Hathgarh is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hathgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hathgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hathgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hathgarh 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 Hathgarh
Where is Hathgarh located?
Hathgarh village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hathgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Hathgarh is Hansdiha.
What is the pincode of Hathgarh?
The pincode of Hathgarh is 814145.
What is the population of Hathgarh?
Hathgarh has a total population of 962, including 503 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Hathgarh?
There are 172 households in Hathgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Hathgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hathgarh is 60.29%. Male literacy is 65.81% and female literacy is 54.25%.