Saprain - Hiranagar, Kathua
Saprain is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sprain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saprain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saprain is 002000. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Saprain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saprain
As per Census 2011, Saprain village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 174 males and 160 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saprain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 334 | 174 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 130 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 44 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Saprain
Saprain 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 Saprain
Saprain is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saprain.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Saprain is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Saprain is about 30 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 Saprain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saprain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saprain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saprain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saprain
Where is Saprain located?
Saprain village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saprain?
The Gram Panchayat of Saprain is Sprain.
What is the pincode of Saprain?
The pincode of Saprain is 184144.
What is the population of Saprain?
Saprain has a total population of 334, including 174 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Saprain?
There are 59 households in Saprain.
What is the literacy rate in Saprain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saprain is 67.96%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 60.63%.