Sarab - Keegam, Shopian
Sarab is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Shopian and around 8 km from Shopian. Sheikhpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sarab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarab is 003303. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.1 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sarab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarab
According to the 2011 Census, Sarab village had a total population of 110 people, including 59 males and 51 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.11%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 48.84%.
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 | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sarab
Sarab 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 Sarab
Sarab is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Sarab is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Sarab 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 Sarab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarab
Where is Sarab located?
Sarab village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sarab?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sarab is Sheikhpora.
What is the pincode of Sarab?
The pincode of Sarab is 192303.
What is the population of Sarab?
Sarab had a total population of 110, including 59 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Sarab?
Sarab had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarab was 51.11%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 48.84%.