Saryah - Nowshera, Rajouri
Saryah is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Nowshera and around 82 km from Rajouri. Khamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saryah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saryah is 001566. The village covers a total geographical area of 859.2 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Saryah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saryah
As per Census 2011, Saryah village has a total population of 1,241 people, consisting of 666 males and 575 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saryah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 666 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 113 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 332 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 441 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 225 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Saryah
Saryah 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 Saryah
Saryah 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 | 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 Nowshera to Saryah is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Saryah is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saryah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saryah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saryah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saryah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saryah
Where is Saryah located?
Saryah village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saryah?
The Gram Panchayat of Saryah is Khamba.
What is the pincode of Saryah?
The pincode of Saryah is 185151.
What is the population of Saryah?
Saryah has a total population of 1,241, including 666 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Saryah?
There are 283 households in Saryah.
What is the literacy rate in Saryah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saryah is 59.79%. Male literacy is 66.22% and female literacy is 52.35%.