Saar - Saho, Chamba
Saar is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chamba. Guwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saar is 007962. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.42 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Saar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saar
According to the 2011 Census, Saar village had a total population of 625 people, including 325 males and 300 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.04%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 50.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 625 | 325 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 212 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 113 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Saar
Saar 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 Saar
Saar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Saar is about 25 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 Saar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saar
Where is Saar located?
Saar village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saar is Guwad.
What is the pincode of Saar?
The pincode of Saar is 176314.
What is the population of Saar?
Saar had a total population of 625, including 325 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Saar?
Saar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saar was 64.04%. Male literacy was 76.26% and female literacy was 50.78%.