Saron - Arki, Solan
Saron is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saron village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saron is 020139. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.25 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Saron 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 Saron
According to the 2011 Census, Saron village had a total population of 143 people, including 69 males and 74 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.10%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 78.79%. 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 | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Saron
Saron 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 Saron
Saron 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 | 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 Solan to Saron is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saron 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saron
Where is Saron located?
Saron village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saron?
The Gram Panchayat of Saron is Sanan.
What is the pincode of Saron?
The pincode of Saron is 173221.
What is the population of Saron?
Saron had a total population of 143, including 69 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Saron?
Saron had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saron was 81.10%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 78.79%.