Saraddai - Rakkar, Kangra
Saraddai is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kudna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraddai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraddai is 010777. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.6 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Saraddai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraddai
According to the 2011 Census, Saraddai village had a total population of 205 people, including 109 males and 96 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.83%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 80.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 92 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Saraddai
Saraddai 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 Saraddai
Saraddai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Saraddai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraddai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraddai 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 Saraddai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraddai 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saraddai
Where is Saraddai located?
Saraddai village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraddai?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraddai is Kudna.
What is the pincode of Saraddai?
The pincode of Saraddai is 177043.
What is the population of Saraddai?
Saraddai had a total population of 205, including 109 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Saraddai?
Saraddai had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraddai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraddai was 87.83%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 80.43%.