Saruchalita - Patharkandi, Sribhumi
Saruchalita is a village situated in the Patharkandi subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. It is located approximately 42 km from Patharkandi and around 42 km from Karimganj. Baithakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saruchalita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruchalita is 300502. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 788726 pincode. Karimganj is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Saruchalita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patherkandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruchalita
According to the 2011 Census, Saruchalita village had a total population of 408 people, including 214 males and 194 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.50%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 73.05%.
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 | 408 | 214 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 167 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 47 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Saruchalita
Saruchalita 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 Saruchalita
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saruchalita.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karimganj to Saruchalita is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimganj to Saruchalita is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saruchalita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruchalita 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 Saruchalita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruchalita 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 Saruchalita
Where is Saruchalita located?
Saruchalita village is located in Patharkandi Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruchalita?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruchalita is Baithakhal.
What is the pincode of Saruchalita?
The pincode of Saruchalita is 788726.
What is the population of Saruchalita?
Saruchalita had a total population of 408, including 214 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Saruchalita?
Saruchalita had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saruchalita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruchalita was 80.50%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 73.05%.