Sarma - Darlaghat, Solan
Sarma is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Sarma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarma is 020004. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sarma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sarma
According to the 2011 Census, Sarma village had a total population of 27 people, including 17 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 588 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 90.00%.
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 | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Sarma
Sarma 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 Sarma
Sarma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Solan to Sarma is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarma 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarma
Where is Sarma located?
Sarma village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarma?
Sarma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarma?
The pincode of Sarma is 173221.
What is the population of Sarma?
Sarma had a total population of 27, including 17 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Sarma?
Sarma had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarma was 76.92%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 90.00%.