Sarag - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Sarag is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuthera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarag is 018911. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.59 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Sarag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sarag
As per Census 2011, Sarag village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 60 males and 59 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Sarag
Sarag 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 Sarag
Public transport in the Sarag is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Sarag is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarag
Where is Sarag located?
Sarag village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarag?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarag is Kuthera.
What is the pincode of Sarag?
The pincode of Sarag is 174026.
What is the population of Sarag?
Sarag has a total population of 119, including 60 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Sarag?
There are 28 households in Sarag.
What is the literacy rate in Sarag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarag is 85.71%. Male literacy is 88.33% and female literacy is 83.05%.