Sarhech - Arki, Solan
Sarhech is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kunhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarhech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarhech is 020031. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.99 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sarhech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarhech
According to the 2011 Census, Sarhech village had a total population of 243 people, including 108 males and 135 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.58%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 84.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 243 | 108 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sarhech
Sarhech 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 Sarhech
Sarhech 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 Solan to Sarhech is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarhech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarhech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarhech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarhech 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarhech
Where is Sarhech located?
Sarhech village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarhech?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarhech is Kunhar.
What is the pincode of Sarhech?
The pincode of Sarhech is 173221.
What is the population of Sarhech?
Sarhech had a total population of 243, including 108 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Sarhech?
Sarhech had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarhech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarhech was 88.58%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 84.17%.