Saru Deroi - Dimow, Sivasagar
Saru Deroi is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Khorahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saru Deroi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saru Deroi is 292544. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 785662 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Saru Deroi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saru Deroi
As per Census 2011, Saru Deroi village has a total population of 1,495 people, consisting of 762 males and 733 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saru Deroi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,495 | 762 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 538 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 224 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Saru Deroi
Saru Deroi 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 Saru Deroi
Public transport in the Saru Deroi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Saru Deroi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Saru Deroi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Saru Deroi is about 17 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 Saru Deroi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saru Deroi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saru Deroi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saru Deroi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saru Deroi
Where is Saru Deroi located?
Saru Deroi village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saru Deroi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saru Deroi is Khorahat.
What is the pincode of Saru Deroi?
The pincode of Saru Deroi is 785662.
What is the population of Saru Deroi?
Saru Deroi has a total population of 1,495, including 762 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Saru Deroi?
There are 336 households in Saru Deroi.
What is the literacy rate in Saru Deroi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saru Deroi is 60.54%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 50.07%.