Saruna - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Saruna is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saruna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saruna is 042134. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.41 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Saruna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saruna
According to the 2011 Census, Saruna village had a total population of 123 people, including 58 males and 65 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.52%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Saruna
Saruna 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 Saruna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saruna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rudraprayag to Saruna is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saruna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saruna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saruna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saruna 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saruna
Where is Saruna located?
Saruna village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saruna?
The Gram Panchayat of Saruna is Pali.
What is the pincode of Saruna?
The pincode of Saruna is 246469.
What is the population of Saruna?
Saruna had a total population of 123, including 58 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Saruna?
Saruna had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saruna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saruna was 92.52%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.