Saranda - Birni, Giridih
Saranda is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Manjhiladih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranda is 352351. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Saranda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saranda
According to the 2011 Census, Saranda village had a total population of 1,272 people, including 617 males and 655 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.79%, with male literacy at 57.51% and female literacy at 29.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 515.
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 | 1,272 | 617 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 264 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 272 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 345 | 497 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belna | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Taratanr | West | 1.38 km |
| Baradih | South | 1.42 km |
| Jamuniatanr | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Garaidih | North | 1.97 km |
| Bhalua | East | 2.17 km |
| Kharkhundo | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Chhatarbad | West | 2.81 km |
| Dumrua | East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saranda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saranda. The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Road, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Saranda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >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 Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranda is Manjhiladih.
What is the pincode of Saranda?
The pincode of Saranda is 825324.
What is the population of Saranda?
Saranda had a total population of 1,272, including 617 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Saranda?
Saranda had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranda was 42.79%. Male literacy was 57.51% and female literacy was 29.70%.