Sarahar - Saluni, Chamba
Sarahar is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Siula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarahar is 007248. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sarahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarahar
According to the 2011 Census, Sarahar village had a total population of 353 people, including 182 males and 171 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.00%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 57.93%. 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 | 353 | 182 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 135 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 47 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Sarahar
Sarahar 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 Sarahar
Sarahar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sarahar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sarahar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarahar 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 Sarahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarahar 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 Sarahar
Where is Sarahar located?
Sarahar village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarahar is Siula.
What is the pincode of Sarahar?
The pincode of Sarahar is 176320.
What is the population of Sarahar?
Sarahar had a total population of 353, including 182 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Sarahar?
Sarahar had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarahar was 73.00%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 57.93%.