Sewdhara - Manika, Latehar
Sewdhara is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Rawkikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sewdhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sewdhara is 366875. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Sewdhara 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 Sewdhara
As per Census 2011, Sewdhara village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 218 males and 204 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sewdhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 218 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 99 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 119 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Sewdhara
Sewdhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koili | East | 1.60 km |
| Ranki Kalan | North | 1.85 km |
| Lanka | South | 2.32 km |
| Kui | East | 2.53 km |
| Rabdi | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Ranki Khurd | North | 3.52 km |
| Kamaru | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Lukumkhar | West | 3.92 km |
| Salaia | North | 4.01 km |
| Kope | South-East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sewdhara
Public transport in the Sewdhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Sewdhara is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sewdhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sewdhara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sewdhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sewdhara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sewdhara
Where is Sewdhara located?
Sewdhara village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sewdhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sewdhara is Rawkikala.
What is the pincode of Sewdhara?
The pincode of Sewdhara is 822126.
What is the population of Sewdhara?
Sewdhara has a total population of 422, including 218 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Sewdhara?
There are 89 households in Sewdhara.
What is the literacy rate in Sewdhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sewdhara is 39.81%. Male literacy is 45.41% and female literacy is 33.82%.