Sarua - Churah, Chamba
Sarua is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Chamba. Leswin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarua is 006979. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sarua 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 Sarua
As per Census 2011, Sarua village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 234 males and 208 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 234 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 124 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 161 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Sarua
Sarua 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 Sarua
Sarua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sarua is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarua 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarua
Where is Sarua located?
Sarua village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarua is Leswin.
What is the pincode of Sarua?
The pincode of Sarua is 176321.
What is the population of Sarua?
Sarua has a total population of 442, including 234 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Sarua?
There are 86 households in Sarua.
What is the literacy rate in Sarua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarua is 58.14%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 46.15%.