Sarot - Jubbal, Shimla
Sarot is a village situated in the Jubbal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarot is 026009. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 171205 pincode. Jubbal is the nearest town.
Sarot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sarot
As per Census 2011, Sarot village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 72 males and 71 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sarot
Sarot 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 Sarot
Public transport in the Sarot 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 Sarot is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sarot
Where is Sarot located?
Sarot village is located in Jubbal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarot?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarot is Badhal.
What is the pincode of Sarot?
The pincode of Sarot is 171205.
What is the population of Sarot?
Sarot has a total population of 143, including 72 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Sarot?
There are 34 households in Sarot.
What is the literacy rate in Sarot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarot is 83.22%. Male literacy is 86.11% and female literacy is 80.28%.