Sajar - Tikar, Shimla
Sajar is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-4 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sajar is 026385. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Sajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sajar
According to the 2011 Census, Sajar village had a total population of 231 people, including 114 males and 117 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 91 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 23 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sajar
Sajar 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 Sajar
Sajar 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 Sajar is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sajar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sajar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sajar
Where is Sajar located?
Sajar village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sajar is Pujarli-4.
What is the pincode of Sajar?
The pincode of Sajar is 171203.
What is the population of Sajar?
Sajar had a total population of 231, including 114 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Sajar?
Sajar had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sajar was 73.83%. Male literacy was 83.49% and female literacy was 63.81%.