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
As per Census 2011, Saral village has a total population of 4,902 people, consisting of 2,571 males and 2,331 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 982 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,214 literate and 2,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,778 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saral are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,902, including 2,571 males and 2,331 females.
How many households are there in Saral?
There are 741 households in Saral.
What is the literacy rate in Saral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saral is 45.17%. Male literacy is 57.02% and female literacy is 32.09%.