Sarna - Samba
Sarna is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sarna Old serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarna is 006346. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.1 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Sarna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarna
As per Census 2011, Sarna village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 200 males and 184 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 134 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Sarna
Sarna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarain | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Nangal | South | 1.94 km |
| Kali Purani | East | 2.98 km |
| Parthal | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Gogar | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Anand Pur | West | 4.34 km |
| Nagrota | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Dhorah | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Sah | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Mulath | South-East | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarna
Public transport in the Sarna is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Block Hut Basantpur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Sarna is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sarna
Where is Sarna located?
Sarna village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarna is Sarna Old.
What is the pincode of Sarna?
The pincode of Sarna is 184121.
What is the population of Sarna?
Sarna has a total population of 384, including 200 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Sarna?
There are 61 households in Sarna.
What is the literacy rate in Sarna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarna is 63.02%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 58.70%.