Saran - Nihri, Mandi
Saran is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saran is 015658. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.45 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Saran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saran
According to the 2011 Census, Saran village had a total population of 14 people, including 8 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Saran
Saran 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 Saran
Saran is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Mandi to Saran is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saran
Where is Saran located?
Saran village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saran?
The Gram Panchayat of Saran is Nihri.
What is the pincode of Saran?
The pincode of Saran is 175031.
What is the population of Saran?
Saran had a total population of 14, including 8 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Saran?
Saran had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saran was 70.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.