Saraskunda - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Saraskunda is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Bhorajamua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraskunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraskunda is 354125. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Saraskunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraskunda
As per Census 2011, Saraskunda village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 244 males and 213 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraskunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 244 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 174 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 70 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Saraskunda
Saraskunda 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 Saraskunda
Saraskunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Saraskunda is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraskunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraskunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraskunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraskunda 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 Saraskunda
Where is Saraskunda located?
Saraskunda village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraskunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraskunda is Bhorajamua.
What is the pincode of Saraskunda?
The pincode of Saraskunda is 814150.
What is the population of Saraskunda?
Saraskunda has a total population of 457, including 244 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Saraskunda?
There are 97 households in Saraskunda.
What is the literacy rate in Saraskunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraskunda is 56.02%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 38.50%.