Sarahan

Sarahan is a village located in Rampur tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 170km away from district headquarter Rampur. Rampur is the sub-district headquarter of Sarahan village. As per 2009 stats, Sarahan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sarahan unique in its vibrant Rampur-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 023559. The village spans a total geographical area of 337 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172201. Rampur is nearest town to Sarahan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sarahan 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 Rampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Sarahan

According to the 2011 Census, Sarahan has a total population of about 1,680, with approximately 1,028 males and 652 females. The sex ratio is around 634 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 360 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 187. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.98%, with male literacy at about 84.14% and female literacy near 68.25%. There are around 359 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
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 Rampur Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Sarahan?

Sarahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Sarahan?

The pincode of Sarahan is 172201, 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 1,680, with 1,028 males and 652 females.

How many households are there in Sarahan as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Sarahan village has a total of 359 households.

What is the literacy rate in Sarahan as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarahan is 77.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.14%, while the female literacy rate is 68.25%.