Sara - Muli, Surendranagar
Sara is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Sara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara is 512252. The village covers a total geographical area of 4438.95 hectares and falls under the 363310 pincode. Halvad is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sara
As per Census 2011, Sara village has a total population of 6,546 people, consisting of 3,379 males and 3,167 females. The village has 1,267 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,070 literate and 2,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 713 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,546 | 3,379 | 3,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 897 | 489 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 713 | 373 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 4,070 | 2,305 | 1,765 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,476 | 1,074 | 1,402 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halvad to Sara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Sara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sara
Where is Sara located?
Sara village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar 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 363310.
What is the population of Sara?
Sara has a total population of 6,546, including 3,379 males and 3,167 females.
How many households are there in Sara?
There are 1,267 households in Sara.
What is the literacy rate in Sara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sara is 62.18%. Male literacy is 68.22% and female literacy is 55.73%.