Sara - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Sara is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Sutrapada and around 115 km from Junagadh. Sara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara is 515078. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.69 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sara
As per Census 2011, Sara village has a total population of 532 people, consisting of 266 males and 266 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 532 | 266 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 176 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 90 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Sara
Sara 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 Sara
Sara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sutrapada to Sara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sara 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 Sara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sara 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 Sara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sara
Where is Sara located?
Sara village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sara?
Sara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sara?
The pincode of Sara is 362268.
What is the population of Sara?
Sara has a total population of 532, including 266 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Sara?
There are 112 households in Sara.
What is the literacy rate in Sara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sara is 52.07%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 37.97%.