Sarahan Kalan
Sarahan Kalan is a village located in Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 39km away from district headquarter Sarahan. Sarahan is the sub-district headquarter of Sarahan Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Sarahan is the gram panchayat of Sarahan Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarahan Kalan unique in its vibrant Pachhad-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Sarahan Kalan’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 Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarahan Kalan is 022774. The village spans a total geographical area of 52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173024. Nahan is nearest town to Sarahan Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sarahan Kalan 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 Pachhad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarahan Kalan
Population of Sarahan Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarahan Kalan has a total population of about 608, with approximately 318 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.22%, with male literacy at about 86.16% and female literacy near 80.00%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarahan Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 608 | 318 | 290 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 506 | 274 | 232 |
Illiterate Population | 102 | 44 | 58 |
Connectivity of Sarahan Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarahan Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sarahan Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarahan Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarahan Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarahan Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarahan Kalan
- Where is Sarahan Kalan located?
- Sarahan Kalan village is situated in Pachhad Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarahan Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarahan Kalan is Sarahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarahan Kalan?
- The pincode of Sarahan Kalan is 173024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarahan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarahan Kalan is 608, with 318 males and 290 females.
- How many households are there in Sarahan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarahan Kalan village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarahan Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarahan Kalan is 83.22%. The male literacy rate is 86.16%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.