Sarahan - Sarahan, Shimla
Sarahan is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 170 km from Shimla. Sarahan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarahan is 023559. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 172102 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Sarahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarahan
As per Census 2011, Sarahan village has a total population of 1,680 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 652 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 634 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 187 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,680 | 1,028 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 92 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 211 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 105 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 865 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 163 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Sarahan
Sarahan 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 Sarahan
Sarahan 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 Sarahan is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarahan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarahan
Where is Sarahan located?
Sarahan village is located in Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarahan?
Sarahan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarahan?
The pincode of Sarahan is 172102.
What is the population of Sarahan?
Sarahan has a total population of 1,680, including 1,028 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Sarahan?
There are 359 households in Sarahan.
What is the literacy rate in Sarahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarahan is 77.98%. Male literacy is 84.14% and female literacy is 68.25%.