Santraidih - Dhanwar, Giridih
Santraidih is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Bandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santraidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santraidih is 351074. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.24 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode.
Santraidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santraidih
According to the 2011 Census, Santraidih village had a total population of 803 people, including 420 males and 383 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.02%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 596, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 803 | 420 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 312 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 253 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 167 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Santraidih
Santraidih 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 Santraidih
Santraidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santraidih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Santraidih is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santraidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santraidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santraidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santraidih 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Santraidih
Where is Santraidih located?
Santraidih village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santraidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Santraidih is Bandhi.
What is the pincode of Santraidih?
The pincode of Santraidih is 825412.
What is the population of Santraidih?
Santraidih had a total population of 803, including 420 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Santraidih?
Santraidih had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santraidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santraidih was 54.02%. Male literacy was 75.52% and female literacy was 30.00%.