Sarat - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Sarat is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sarat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarat is 508270. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.77 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sarat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarat
As per Census 2011, Sarat village has a total population of 1,698 people, consisting of 899 males and 799 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698 | 899 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 154 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 73 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 453 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 446 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Sarat
Sarat 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 Sarat
Public transport in the Sarat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Sarat is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Sarat is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarat 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 Sarat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarat
Where is Sarat located?
Sarat village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarat?
Sarat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarat?
The pincode of Sarat is 385310.
What is the population of Sarat?
Sarat has a total population of 1,698, including 899 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Sarat?
There are 303 households in Sarat.
What is the literacy rate in Sarat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarat is 40.28%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 28.91%.