Saprot - Churah, Chamba
Saprot is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Saproth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saprot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saprot is 007042. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Saprot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saprot
As per Census 2011, Saprot village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 210 males and 219 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saprot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 210 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 146 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 64 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Saprot
Saprot 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 Saprot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saprot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Saprot is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saprot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saprot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saprot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saprot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saprot
Where is Saprot located?
Saprot village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saprot?
The Gram Panchayat of Saprot is Saproth.
What is the pincode of Saprot?
The pincode of Saprot is 176316.
What is the population of Saprot?
Saprot has a total population of 429, including 210 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Saprot?
There are 70 households in Saprot.
What is the literacy rate in Saprot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saprot is 58.51%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 47.95%.