Sarkol - Karsog, Mandi
Sarkol is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dachchain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkol is 015837. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.26 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sarkol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkol
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkol village had a total population of 106 people, including 52 males and 54 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.05%, with male literacy at 82.98% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkol
Sarkol 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 Sarkol
Sarkol 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 Mandi to Sarkol 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 Sarkol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkol 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 Sarkol
Where is Sarkol located?
Sarkol village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkol is Dachchain.
What is the pincode of Sarkol?
The pincode of Sarkol is 175011.
What is the population of Sarkol?
Sarkol had a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sarkol?
Sarkol had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkol was 81.05%. Male literacy was 82.98% and female literacy was 79.17%.