Saras

Saras is a village located in Olpad taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Olpad (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Saras village is also a gram panchayat.

Saras has its own place in the vibrant Surat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saras

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saras is 523738. The village spans a total geographical area of 1311.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394540. Surat is nearest town to Saras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Saras village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saras

Below is a concise population overview of Saras as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,292 1,180 1,112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 228 119 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 14 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 650 324 326
Literate Population 1,680 922 758
Illiterate Population 612 258 354

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saras village:

  • The total population of Saras village is around 2,292, including approximately 1,180 males and 1,112 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Saras village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saras village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 650 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saras village is about 73.30%, with male literacy at 78.14% and female literacy at 68.17%.
  • There are around 523 households in Saras village.

Connectivity of Saras

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saras. As per the 2011 stats, Saras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saras

Knowing the nearby villages of Saras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saras.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saras

Where is Saras located?
Saras village is situated in Olpad Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saras?
Saras serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Saras?
The pincode of Saras is 394540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saras is 2,292, with 1,180 males and 1,112 females.
How many households are there in Saras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saras village has a total of 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saras as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saras is 73.30%. The male literacy rate is 78.14%, while the female literacy rate is 68.17%.