Saruka

Saruka is a village located in Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Devipur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Deoghar. As per 2009 stats, Dhobana is the gram panchayat of Saruka village.

Saruka has its own place in the vibrant Deoghar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saruka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saruka is 354368. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.12 hectares. Deoghar is nearest town to Saruka village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Saruka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Godda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saruka

Below is a concise population overview of Saruka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 727 367 360
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 83 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 158 73 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 371 190 181
Literate Population 274 167 107
Illiterate Population 453 200 253

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saruka village:

  • The total population of Saruka village is around 727, including approximately 367 males and 360 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Saruka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saruka village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 371 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saruka village is about 37.69%, with male literacy at 45.50% and female literacy at 29.72%.
  • There are around 146 households in Saruka village.

Connectivity of Saruka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saruka. As per the 2011 stats, Saruka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saruka

Knowing the nearby villages of Saruka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saruka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saruka

Where is Saruka located?
Saruka village is situated in Devipur Subdivision, within the Deoghar district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruka?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruka is Dhobana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Saruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saruka is 727, with 367 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Saruka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saruka village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saruka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saruka is 37.69%. The male literacy rate is 45.50%, while the female literacy rate is 29.72%.