Sazar - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Sazar is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Jar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sazar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sazar is 004770. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.7 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sazar
As per Census 2011, Sazar village has a total population of 478 people, consisting of 265 males and 213 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 265 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 137 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 128 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Sazar
Sazar 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 Sazar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sazar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Sazar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Sazar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sazar 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 Sazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sazar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sazar
Where is Sazar located?
Sazar village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sazar is Jar.
What is the pincode of Sazar?
The pincode of Sazar is 182204.
What is the population of Sazar?
Sazar has a total population of 478, including 265 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Sazar?
There are 102 households in Sazar.
What is the literacy rate in Sazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sazar is 38.70%. Male literacy is 51.70% and female literacy is 22.54%.