Sarukana - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Sarukana is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Soso and around 110 km from Kendujhar. Balibarei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarukana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarukana is 387114. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 758078 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarukana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarukana
According to the 2011 Census, Sarukana village had a total population of 120 people, including 64 males and 56 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.25%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.34%.
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 | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Sarukana
Sarukana 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 Sarukana
Public transport in the Sarukana is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anandapur to Sarukana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Sarukana is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarukana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarukana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarukana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarukana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarukana
Where is Sarukana located?
Sarukana village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarukana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarukana is Balibarei.
What is the pincode of Sarukana?
The pincode of Sarukana is 758078.
What is the population of Sarukana?
Sarukana had a total population of 120, including 64 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sarukana?
Sarukana had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarukana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarukana was 97.25%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.34%.