Saruali - Barkot, Deogarh
Saruali is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Barkot and around 60 km from Debagarh. Saruali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruali is 382894. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Saruali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruali
As per Census 2011, Saruali village has a total population of 2,261 people, consisting of 1,124 males and 1,137 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,469 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saruali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,124 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 216 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,469 | 716 | 753 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 710 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 414 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Saruali
Saruali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baidharnagar | West | 2.29 km |
| Madalia | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Rengali | East | 2.99 km |
| Ratab | South | 3.01 km |
| Tainsira | East | 3.98 km |
| Siaria | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Javaphal | East | 5.01 km |
| Iti | East | 5.18 km |
| Gurusang | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Khuntadihi | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saruali
Public transport in the Saruali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Saruali is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Saruali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saruali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saruali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruali 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 Saruali
Where is Saruali located?
Saruali village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saruali?
Saruali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saruali?
The pincode of Saruali is 768110.
What is the population of Saruali?
Saruali has a total population of 2,261, including 1,124 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Saruali?
There are 533 households in Saruali.
What is the literacy rate in Saruali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruali is 52.41%. Male literacy is 63.17% and female literacy is 41.78%.