Sarulai - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Sarulai is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burungijodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarulai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarulai is 416446. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sarulai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarulai
According to the 2011 Census, Sarulai village had a total population of 140 people, including 65 males and 75 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.32%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 140 | 65 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 27 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sarulai
Sarulai 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 Sarulai
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sarulai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sarulai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sarulai is about 38 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 Sarulai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarulai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarulai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarulai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarulai
Where is Sarulai located?
Sarulai village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarulai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarulai is Burungijodi.
What is the pincode of Sarulai?
The pincode of Sarulai is 762011.
What is the population of Sarulai?
Sarulai had a total population of 140, including 65 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Sarulai?
Sarulai had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarulai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarulai was 59.32%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 51.61%.