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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sazar village had a total population of 478 people, including 265 males and 213 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.45%, with male literacy at 60.89% and female literacy at 26.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 478 | 265 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Sazar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sazar is Jar.
What is the pincode of Sazar?
The pincode of Sazar is 182204.
What is the population of Sazar?
Sazar had a total population of 478, including 265 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Sazar?
Sazar had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sazar was 45.45%. Male literacy was 60.89% and female literacy was 26.37%.