Sarain - Chaupal, Shimla
Sarain is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Saranh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarain is 025511. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.48 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Sarain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarain
According to the 2011 Census, Sarain village had a total population of 361 people, including 177 males and 184 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 68.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 361 | 177 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 49 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Sarain
Sarain 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 Sarain
Sarain 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 Shimla to Sarain is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarain
Where is Sarain located?
Sarain village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarain?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarain is Saranh.
What is the pincode of Sarain?
The pincode of Sarain is 171211.
What is the population of Sarain?
Sarain had a total population of 361, including 177 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Sarain?
Sarain had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarain was 74.07%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 68.29%.