Saraidih - Tarhasi, Palamu
Saraidih is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Tariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraidih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraidih is 366127. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.3 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Saraidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraidih
According to the 2011 Census, Saraidih village had a total population of 762 people, including 390 males and 372 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.71%, with male literacy at 61.23% and female literacy at 39.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 411, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 762 | 390 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 217 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 199 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 191 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Saraidih
Saraidih 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 Saraidih
Saraidih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Saraidih is about 37 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 Saraidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraidih 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saraidih
Where is Saraidih located?
Saraidih village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraidih?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraidih is Tariya.
What is the pincode of Saraidih?
The pincode of Saraidih is 822118.
What is the population of Saraidih?
Saraidih had a total population of 762, including 390 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Saraidih?
Saraidih had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraidih was 50.71%. Male literacy was 61.23% and female literacy was 39.54%.