Veer Saran - Sallar, Anantnag
Veer Saran is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Pahalgam and around 39 km from Anantnag. Veerseran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veer Saran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veer Saran is 003521. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Veer Saran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veer Saran
As per Census 2011, Veer Saran village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 608 males and 610 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veer Saran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 608 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 170 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 267 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 341 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Veer Saran
Veer Saran 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 Veer Saran
Veer Saran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pahalgam to Veer Saran is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Veer Saran is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veer Saran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veer Saran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Veer Saran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veer Saran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veer Saran
Where is Veer Saran located?
Veer Saran village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veer Saran?
The Gram Panchayat of Veer Saran is Veerseran.
What is the pincode of Veer Saran?
The pincode of Veer Saran is 192129.
What is the population of Veer Saran?
Veer Saran has a total population of 1,218, including 608 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Veer Saran?
There are 220 households in Veer Saran.
What is the literacy rate in Veer Saran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veer Saran is 34.73%. Male literacy is 43.91% and female literacy is 25.57%.