Saruwa - Bausi, Banka
Saruwa is a village situated in the Bausi subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bausi and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sarua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saruwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruwa is 242403. The village covers a total geographical area of 1455 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Saruwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saruwa
As per Census 2011, Saruwa village has a total population of 5,393 people, consisting of 2,697 males and 2,696 females. The village has 1,122 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 918 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,514 literate and 2,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,990 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saruwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,393 | 2,697 | 2,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 918 | 448 | 470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,990 | 1,464 | 1,526 |
| Literate Population | 2,514 | 1,456 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,879 | 1,241 | 1,638 |
Nearby Villages of Saruwa
Saruwa 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 Saruwa
Saruwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saruwa.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Saruwa is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saruwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saruwa
Where is Saruwa located?
Saruwa village is located in Bausi Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruwa is Sarua.
What is the pincode of Saruwa?
The pincode of Saruwa is 813104.
What is the population of Saruwa?
Saruwa has a total population of 5,393, including 2,697 males and 2,696 females.
How many households are there in Saruwa?
There are 1,122 households in Saruwa.
What is the literacy rate in Saruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruwa is 46.62%. Male literacy is 53.99% and female literacy is 39.24%.