Rud - Chandwa, Latehar
Rud is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Candwa and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Barwatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rud is 367562. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
Rud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rud
According to the 2011 Census, Rud village had a total population of 902 people, including 439 males and 463 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.84%, with male literacy at 53.04% and female literacy at 32.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 535, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 355.
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 | 902 | 439 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 276 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 155 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 192 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 247 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Rud
Rud 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 Rud
Rud is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Rud is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rud
Where is Rud located?
Rud village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rud?
The Gram Panchayat of Rud is Barwatoli.
What is the pincode of Rud?
The pincode of Rud is 829203.
What is the population of Rud?
Rud had a total population of 902, including 439 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Rud?
Rud had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rud was 42.84%. Male literacy was 53.04% and female literacy was 32.69%.