Sarahan
Sarahan is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 121km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Sarahan village. As per 2009 stats, Baragaon is the gram panchayat of Sarahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarahan unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Sarahan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarahan is 023824. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Sarahan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarahan
Population of Sarahan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarahan has a total population of about 305, with approximately 146 males and 159 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.34%, with male literacy at about 88.36% and female literacy near 71.07%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 146 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 17 | 46 |
Connectivity of Sarahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarahan. As per the 2011 stats, Sarahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarahan
- Where is Sarahan located?
- Sarahan village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarahan is Baragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarahan?
- The pincode of Sarahan is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarahan is 305, with 146 males and 159 females.
- How many households are there in Sarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarahan village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarahan is 79.34%. The male literacy rate is 88.36%, while the female literacy rate is 71.07%.