Sarla - Multhan, Kangra
Sarla is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarla is 012109. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.81 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Sarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarla
According to the 2011 Census, Sarla village had a total population of 145 people, including 72 males and 73 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.95%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 55.00%.
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 | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sarla
Sarla 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 Sarla
Sarla 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 Sarla is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarla
Where is Sarla located?
Sarla village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarla is Dharman.
What is the pincode of Sarla?
The pincode of Sarla is 175013.
What is the population of Sarla?
Sarla had a total population of 145, including 72 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Sarla?
Sarla had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarla was 66.95%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 55.00%.