Saruali - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Saruali is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Saruali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruali is 402397. The village covers a total geographical area of 959 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruali
As per Census 2011, Saruali village has a total population of 2,015 people, consisting of 1,036 males and 979 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,331 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saruali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,015 | 1,036 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 134 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 221 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 735 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 301 | 383 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bampu | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Kakudia(l) | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Sunajhari | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Mota | East | 2.63 km |
| Khokasa | East | 3.50 km |
| Tentulisingha | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Bhagirathipur | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Pipala | East | 4.31 km |
| Udegiri | South | 4.61 km |
| Bijadihi | West | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saruali
Saruali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 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 Kamakshyanagar to Saruali is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Saruali is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saruali
Where is Saruali located?
Saruali village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal 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 759018.
What is the population of Saruali?
Saruali has a total population of 2,015, including 1,036 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Saruali?
There are 508 households in Saruali.
What is the literacy rate in Saruali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruali is 66.05%. Male literacy is 70.95% and female literacy is 60.88%.