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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Saldaha
According to the 2011 Census, Saldaha village had a total population of 798 people, including 419 males and 379 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.53%, with male literacy at 81.40% and female literacy at 49.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 798 | 419 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 75 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 798, including 419 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Saldaha?
Saldaha had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saldaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldaha was 65.53%. Male literacy was 81.40% and female literacy was 49.10%.