Saral - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Saral is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Saral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saral is 507674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1651.28 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saral
According to the 2011 Census, Saral village had a total population of 4,902 people, including 2,571 males and 2,331 females, living in 741 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.48%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 39.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 548, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,778.
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 | 4,902 | 2,571 | 2,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 982 | 526 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 278 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,778 | 927 | 851 |
| Literate Population | 2,214 | 1,466 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,688 | 1,105 | 1,583 |
Nearby Villages of Saral
Saral 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 Saral
Saral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Saral has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Saral is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Saral is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saral
Where is Saral located?
Saral village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saral?
Saral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saral?
The pincode of Saral is 385310.
What is the population of Saral?
Saral had a total population of 4,902, including 2,571 males and 2,331 females.
How many households are there in Saral?
Saral had 741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saral was 56.48%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 39.89%.