Saruda - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Saruda is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Goilkera and around 96 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saruda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruda is 377025. The village covers a total geographical area of 415 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Saruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruda
As per Census 2011, Saruda village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 495 males and 519 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 918 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saruda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 495 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 918 | 442 | 476 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 163 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 332 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Saruda
Saruda 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 Saruda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saruda.
| 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 Chaibasa to Saruda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruda 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 Saruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruda 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 Saruda
Where is Saruda located?
Saruda village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruda is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Saruda?
The pincode of Saruda is 833103.
What is the population of Saruda?
Saruda has a total population of 1,014, including 495 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Saruda?
There are 208 households in Saruda.
What is the literacy rate in Saruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruda is 24.65%. Male literacy is 32.93% and female literacy is 16.76%.