Sarail - Sunni, Shimla
Sarail is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarail is 024209. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Sarail 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarail
As per Census 2011, Sarail village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 71 males and 95 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,338 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 71 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 57 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Sarail
Sarail 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 Sarail
Sarail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Sarail is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarail
Where is Sarail located?
Sarail village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarail is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Sarail?
The pincode of Sarail is 171301.
What is the population of Sarail?
Sarail has a total population of 166, including 71 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sarail?
There are 33 households in Sarail.
What is the literacy rate in Sarail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarail is 80.12%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 80.00%.