Sarota - Multhan, Kangra
Sarota is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Multhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarota is 012117. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.03 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Sarota 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 Sarota
According to the 2011 Census, Sarota village had a total population of 34 people, including 18 males and 16 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sarota
Sarota 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 Sarota
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarota.
| 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 Sarota is about 119 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 Sarota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarota 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 Sarota
Where is Sarota located?
Sarota village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarota?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarota is Multhan.
What is the pincode of Sarota?
The pincode of Sarota is 175013.
What is the population of Sarota?
Sarota had a total population of 34, including 18 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Sarota?
Sarota had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarota was 75.86%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 61.54%.