Saur Kalan - Lagru, Kangra
Saur Kalan is a village situated in the Lagru tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Dol Khariyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur Kalan is 010826. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Saur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Saur Kalan village had a total population of 242 people, including 114 males and 128 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.28%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 67.92%.
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 | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 40 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Saur Kalan
Saur Kalan 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 Saur Kalan
Public transport in the Saur Kalan is mainly available through shared van 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 Saur Kalan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur Kalan 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 Saur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur Kalan 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 Saur Kalan
Where is Saur Kalan located?
Saur Kalan village is located in Lagru Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Saur Kalan is Dol Khariyan.
What is the pincode of Saur Kalan?
The pincode of Saur Kalan is 176031.
What is the population of Saur Kalan?
Saur Kalan had a total population of 242, including 114 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Saur Kalan?
Saur Kalan had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur Kalan was 72.28%. Male literacy was 77.08% and female literacy was 67.92%.