Sauhara - Gangath, Kangra
Sauhara is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 99 km from Dharmsala. Tappa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauhara is 008400. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.89 hectares and falls under the 176204 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Sauhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sauhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sauhara village had a total population of 281 people, including 140 males and 141 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.12%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 84.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sauhara
Sauhara 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 Sauhara
Sauhara 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 Dharmsala to Sauhara is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sauhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sauhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sauhara
Where is Sauhara located?
Sauhara village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauhara is Tappa.
What is the pincode of Sauhara?
The pincode of Sauhara is 176204.
What is the population of Sauhara?
Sauhara had a total population of 281, including 140 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Sauhara?
Sauhara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sauhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauhara was 88.12%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 84.09%.