Seruwa - Gawan, Giridih
Seruwa is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Sairuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seruwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seruwa is 350211. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.11 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Seruwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Seruwa
As per Census 2011, Seruwa village has a total population of 3,791 people, consisting of 1,990 males and 1,801 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,797 literate and 1,994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,069 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seruwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,791 | 1,990 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 403 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,069 | 550 | 519 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,191 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,994 | 799 | 1,195 |
Nearby Villages of Seruwa
Seruwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semrapatal | West | 0.84 km |
| Kurchi | South | 0.99 km |
| Koar | West | 1.26 km |
| Cherwa | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Jhajha | South | 1.72 km |
| Dabar | West | 1.87 km |
| Bendro | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Rakasia | East | 2.17 km |
| Harhara | East | 2.42 km |
| Karmatanr | South-West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Seruwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Seruwa. The nearest railway station is Parsabad, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Seruwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seruwa 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 Seruwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seruwa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Seruwa
Where is Seruwa located?
Seruwa village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seruwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Seruwa is Sairuwa.
What is the pincode of Seruwa?
The pincode of Seruwa is 815313.
What is the population of Seruwa?
Seruwa has a total population of 3,791, including 1,990 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Seruwa?
There are 603 households in Seruwa.
What is the literacy rate in Seruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seruwa is 47.40%. Male literacy is 59.85% and female literacy is 33.65%.