Sahar

Sahar is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Serh is the gram panchayat of Sahar village.

Sahar has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahar is 005545. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Aklhnoor is nearest town to Sahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Sahar

Below is a concise population overview of Sahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,613 846 767
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 251 129 122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 48 24 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 998 580 418
Illiterate Population 615 266 349

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sahar village:

  • The total population of Sahar village is around 1,613, including approximately 846 males and 767 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Sahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahar village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sahar village is about 61.87%, with male literacy at 68.56% and female literacy at 54.50%.
  • There are around 397 households in Sahar village.

Connectivity of Sahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahar. As per the 2011 stats, Sahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sahar

Where is Sahar located?
Sahar village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahar is Serh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sahar?
The pincode of Sahar is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahar is 1,613, with 846 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Sahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahar village has a total of 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahar is 61.87%. The male literacy rate is 68.56%, while the female literacy rate is 54.50%.