Saral - Haveli, Poonch
Saral is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Haveli and around 10 km from Punch. Saral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saral is 001092. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 185121 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saral
As per Census 2011, Saral village has a total population of 1,354 people, consisting of 723 males and 631 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,230 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,354 | 723 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 172 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,230 | 658 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 357 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 366 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Saral
Saral 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 Saral
Public transport in the Saral is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Punch to Saral is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saral 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 Saral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saral
Where is Saral located?
Saral village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saral?
Saral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saral?
The pincode of Saral is 185121.
What is the population of Saral?
Saral has a total population of 1,354, including 723 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Saral?
There are 249 households in Saral.
What is the literacy rate in Saral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saral is 40.47%. Male literacy is 49.38% and female literacy is 30.27%.