Sarote - Bhalwal, Jammu
Sarote is a village situated in the Bhalwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Jammu and around 35 km from Jammu. Sarote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarote is 005655. The village covers a total geographical area of 870.5 hectares and falls under the 181122 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sarote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarote
According to the 2011 Census, Sarote village had a total population of 1,817 people, including 948 males and 869 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 57.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 632, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 1,817 | 948 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 198 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 331 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 456 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 583 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 365 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Sarote
Sarote 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 Sarote
Sarote 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 >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 Jammu to Sarote is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarote 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarote
Where is Sarote located?
Sarote village is located in Bhalwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarote?
Sarote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarote?
The pincode of Sarote is 181122.
What is the population of Sarote?
Sarote had a total population of 1,817, including 948 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Sarote?
Sarote had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarote was 67.65%. Male literacy was 77.73% and female literacy was 57.36%.