Saraon

Saraon is a village located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Saraon village. As per 2009 stats, Kothi Cholthara is the gram panchayat of Saraon village.

Saraon has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saraon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saraon is 013859. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175037. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Saraon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Saraon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saraon

Below is a concise population overview of Saraon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,030 494 536
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 63 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 76 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 794 390 404
Illiterate Population 236 104 132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saraon village:

  • The total population of Saraon village is around 1,030, including approximately 494 males and 536 females, with a sex ratio of 1085 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Saraon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saraon village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saraon village is about 77.09%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 75.37%.
  • There are around 293 households in Saraon village.

Connectivity of Saraon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saraon. As per the 2011 stats, Saraon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saraon

Knowing the nearby villages of Saraon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saraon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saraon

Where is Saraon located?
Saraon village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraon is Kothi Cholthara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saraon?
The pincode of Saraon is 175037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saraon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saraon is 1,030, with 494 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Saraon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saraon village has a total of 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saraon is 77.09%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 75.37%.