Saldaha - Kundhit, Jamtara
Saldaha is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Amba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saldaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saldaha is 373269. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.99 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Saldaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saldaha
As per Census 2011, Saldaha village has a total population of 798 people, consisting of 419 males and 379 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saldaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 798 | 419 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 75 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 443 | 280 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 139 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Saldaha
Saldaha 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 Saldaha
Saldaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jamtara to Saldaha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saldaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saldaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saldaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saldaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saldaha
Where is Saldaha located?
Saldaha village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saldaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Saldaha is Amba.
What is the pincode of Saldaha?
The pincode of Saldaha is 815359.
What is the population of Saldaha?
Saldaha has a total population of 798, including 419 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Saldaha?
There are 201 households in Saldaha.
What is the literacy rate in Saldaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldaha is 55.51%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 43.01%.