Sargal - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Sargal is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mauhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sargal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sargal is 019302. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.46 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Sargal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sargal
According to the 2011 Census, Sargal village had a total population of 417 people, including 221 males and 196 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.35%, with male literacy at 95.29% and female literacy at 80.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 417 | 221 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 182 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 39 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Sargal
Sargal 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 Sargal
Sargal 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 Bilaspur to Sargal is about 31 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 Sargal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sargal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sargal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sargal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sargal
Where is Sargal located?
Sargal village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sargal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sargal is Mauhin.
What is the pincode of Sargal?
The pincode of Sargal is 174029.
What is the population of Sargal?
Sargal had a total population of 417, including 221 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Sargal?
Sargal had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sargal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sargal was 88.35%. Male literacy was 95.29% and female literacy was 80.90%.