Sarsote - Chassana, Reasi
Sarsote is a village situated in the Chassana tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 128 km from Reasi. Sarsote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsote is 005161. The village covers a total geographical area of 2303.1 hectares and falls under the 185233 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Sarsote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarsote
According to the 2011 Census, Sarsote village had a total population of 1,028 people, including 539 males and 489 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.07%, with male literacy at 50.93% and female literacy at 19.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 537.
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 | 1,028 | 539 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 290 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 218 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 321 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsote
Sarsote 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 Sarsote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarsote.
| 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 Reasi to Sarsote is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsote 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 Sarsote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsote 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 Sarsote
Where is Sarsote located?
Sarsote village is located in Chassana Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsote?
Sarsote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsote?
The pincode of Sarsote is 185233.
What is the population of Sarsote?
Sarsote had a total population of 1,028, including 539 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Sarsote?
Sarsote had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsote was 36.07%. Male literacy was 50.93% and female literacy was 19.15%.