Sarui - Theog, Shimla
Sarui is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarui is 025039. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.58 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Sarui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarui
According to the 2011 Census, Sarui village had a total population of 13 people, including 8 males and 5 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 625 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.31%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Sarui
Sarui 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 Sarui
Public transport in the Sarui is mainly available through shared van 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 Sarui is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarui
Where is Sarui located?
Sarui village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarui?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarui is Chikhar.
What is the pincode of Sarui?
The pincode of Sarui is 171201.
What is the population of Sarui?
Sarui had a total population of 13, including 8 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Sarui?
Sarui had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarui was 92.31%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.