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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Saryah village had a total population of 1,241 people, including 666 males and 575 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 79.75% and female literacy at 60.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 626, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Saryah?
The Halqa Panchayat of Saryah is Khamba.
What is the pincode of Saryah?
The pincode of Saryah is 185151.
What is the population of Saryah?
Saryah had a total population of 1,241, including 666 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Saryah?
Saryah had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saryah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saryah was 70.60%. Male literacy was 79.75% and female literacy was 60.44%.