Rud - Garu, Latehar
Rud is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuadabar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Rud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rud is 367138. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 829202 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 Manika 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 773 people, including 390 males and 383 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.44%, with male literacy at 44.30% and female literacy at 22.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 732.
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 | 773 | 390 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 732 | 371 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 140 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 250 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Rud
Rud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanpi | North | 1.90 km |
| Pati | West | 2.40 km |
| Kante | West | 2.54 km |
| Kabri | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Sima Khas | North | 3.32 km |
| Nirasi | East | 3.47 km |
| Bandua | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Pandra | South | 3.99 km |
| Hendehas | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Kotam | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rud
Rud is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rud
Where is Rud located?
Rud village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rud?
Rud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rud?
The pincode of Rud is 829202.
What is the population of Rud?
Rud had a total population of 773, including 390 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Rud?
Rud had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rud was 33.44%. Male literacy was 44.30% and female literacy was 22.44%.