Sarman - Multhan, Kangra
Sarman is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarman is 012111. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.03 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Sarman 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 Sarman
According to the 2011 Census, Sarman village had a total population of 229 people, including 106 males and 123 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.80%, with male literacy at 79.79% and female literacy at 50.98%.
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 | 229 | 106 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 75 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 31 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sarman
Sarman 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 Sarman
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sarman is about 118 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 Sarman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarman
Where is Sarman located?
Sarman village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarman?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarman is Dharman.
What is the pincode of Sarman?
The pincode of Sarman is 175013.
What is the population of Sarman?
Sarman had a total population of 229, including 106 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Sarman?
Sarman had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarman was 64.80%. Male literacy was 79.79% and female literacy was 50.98%.