Sarar - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Sarar is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Makari Markand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarar is 019755. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Sarar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarar
According to the 2011 Census, Sarar village had a total population of 84 people, including 43 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 64.86%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sarar
Sarar 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 Sarar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sarar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bilaspur to Sarar is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarar
Where is Sarar located?
Sarar village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarar is Makari Markand.
What is the pincode of Sarar?
The pincode of Sarar is 174001.
What is the population of Sarar?
Sarar had a total population of 84, including 43 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Sarar?
Sarar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarar was 77.63%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 64.86%.