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
According to the 2011 Census, Saruda village had a total population of 1,014 people, including 495 males and 519 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.34%, with male literacy at 40.95% and female literacy at 20.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 918.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 495 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,014, including 495 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Saruda?
Saruda had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruda was 30.34%. Male literacy was 40.95% and female literacy was 20.42%.