Sarangpur - Meghraj, Arvalli
Sarangpur is a village situated in the Meghraj taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Meghraj and around 115 km from Himatnagar. Dachka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarangpur is 510437. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.97 hectares and falls under the 383350 pincode. Meghraj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sarangpur village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 620 males and 594 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.51%, with male literacy at 73.11% and female literacy at 41.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,214 | 620 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 378 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 242 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Sarangpur
Sarangpur 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 Sarangpur
Public transport in the Sarangpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Meghraj to Sarangpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Sarangpur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarangpur
Where is Sarangpur located?
Sarangpur village is located in Meghraj Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarangpur is Dachka.
What is the pincode of Sarangpur?
The pincode of Sarangpur is 383350.
What is the population of Sarangpur?
Sarangpur had a total population of 1,214, including 620 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Sarangpur?
Sarangpur had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarangpur was 57.51%. Male literacy was 73.11% and female literacy was 41.21%.