Sarmana - Makridi, Mandi
Sarmana is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 81 km from Mandi. Pippali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarmana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarmana is 013345. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.64 hectares and falls under the 175014 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Sarmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarmana
According to the 2011 Census, Sarmana village had a total population of 138 people, including 61 males and 77 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.39%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 71.23%.
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 | 138 | 61 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sarmana
Sarmana 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 Sarmana
Sarmana 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 Mandi to Sarmana is about 81 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 Sarmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarmana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sarmana
Where is Sarmana located?
Sarmana village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarmana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarmana is Pippali.
What is the pincode of Sarmana?
The pincode of Sarmana is 175014.
What is the population of Sarmana?
Sarmana had a total population of 138, including 61 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sarmana?
Sarmana had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarmana was 79.39%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 71.23%.