Saidup - Barwadih, Latehar
Saidup is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Morwai Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saidup village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidup is 366979. The village covers a total geographical area of 864 hectares and falls under the 822111 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Saidup village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidup
As per Census 2011, Saidup village has a total population of 2,147 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 1,095 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 502 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 1,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,862 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saidup are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,147 | 1,052 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 242 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,862 | 905 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 422 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 630 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Saidup
Saidup 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jargarh | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Baridohar | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Meral | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Bari Chatan | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Harinamar | East | 4.19 km |
| Morwai Kalan | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Morwai Khurd | West | 5.10 km |
| Ledgain | North | 5.41 km |
| Protected Forest Barichattan | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Paira | North | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidup
Saidup is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 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 Latehar to Saidup 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 Saidup
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidup 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saidup
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidup 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saidup
Where is Saidup located?
Saidup village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidup?
The Gram Panchayat of Saidup is Morwai Kala.
What is the pincode of Saidup?
The pincode of Saidup is 822111.
What is the population of Saidup?
Saidup has a total population of 2,147, including 1,052 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Saidup?
There are 394 households in Saidup.
What is the literacy rate in Saidup?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidup is 32.42%. Male literacy is 40.11% and female literacy is 25.02%.