Saruka Village - Devipur, Deoghar
Saruka is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dhobana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saruka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruka is 354368. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.12 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Saruka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruka
As per Census 2011, Saruka village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 367 males and 360 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saruka are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Saruka
Saruka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arenja | East | 1.25 km |
| Gajrajpur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Dhobna | West | 1.59 km |
| Semradih | North | 1.62 km |
| Ektara | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Daluraydih | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Belatikar | East | 1.86 km |
| Paran Dih Banusari Chhit | East | 2.16 km |
| Dinajpur | South | 2.17 km |
| Bisnathi | West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saruka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saruka. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Saruka is about 18 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 Saruka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruka 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 Saruka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruka 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 Saruka
Where is Saruka located?
Saruka village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruka?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruka is Dhobana.
What is the pincode of Saruka?
The pincode of Saruka is 814120.
What is the population of Saruka?
Saruka has a total population of 727, including 367 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Saruka?
There are 146 households in Saruka.
What is the literacy rate in Saruka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruka is 37.69%. Male literacy is 45.50% and female literacy is 29.72%.