Sarod - Jambusar, Bharuch
Sarod is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Sarod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarod is 521873. The village covers a total geographical area of 7380.23 hectares and falls under the 391810 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sarod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarod
As per Census 2011, Sarod village has a total population of 7,854 people, consisting of 4,039 males and 3,815 females. The village has 1,528 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,000 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,723 literate and 2,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,854 | 4,039 | 3,815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,000 | 525 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 173 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 5,723 | 3,164 | 2,559 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,131 | 875 | 1,256 |
Nearby Villages of Sarod
Sarod 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 Sarod
Sarod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jambusar to Sarod is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Sarod is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarod
Where is Sarod located?
Sarod village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarod?
Sarod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarod?
The pincode of Sarod is 391810.
What is the population of Sarod?
Sarod has a total population of 7,854, including 4,039 males and 3,815 females.
How many households are there in Sarod?
There are 1,528 households in Sarod.
What is the literacy rate in Sarod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarod is 72.87%. Male literacy is 78.34% and female literacy is 67.08%.