Serenghatu - Senha, Lohardaga
Serenghatu is a village situated in the Senha subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Senha and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Torar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serenghatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serenghatu is 363160. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode.
Serenghatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Serenghatu
As per Census 2011, Serenghatu village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 491 males and 491 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 714 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serenghatu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 491 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 714 | 358 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 390 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 101 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Serenghatu
Serenghatu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitri | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Sithio | East | 1.94 km |
| Ekaguri | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Tigra | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Datri | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Inta | East | 3.66 km |
| Chatakpur | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Merho | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Badla | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Nadiya | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serenghatu
Serenghatu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lohardaga to Serenghatu is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serenghatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serenghatu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Serenghatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serenghatu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Serenghatu
Where is Serenghatu located?
Serenghatu village is located in Senha Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serenghatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Serenghatu is Torar.
What is the pincode of Serenghatu?
The pincode of Serenghatu is 835302.
What is the population of Serenghatu?
Serenghatu has a total population of 982, including 491 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Serenghatu?
There are 199 households in Serenghatu.
What is the literacy rate in Serenghatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serenghatu is 73.12%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 66.80%.