Sarar Karpalt - Chenani, Udhampur
Sarar Karpalt is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sarar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarar Karpalt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarar Karpalt is 005018. The village covers a total geographical area of 826.4 hectares and falls under the 182161 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sarar Karpalt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarar Karpalt
According to the 2011 Census, Sarar Karpalt village had a total population of 2,315 people, including 1,175 males and 1,140 females, living in 392 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.05%, with male literacy at 62.20% and female literacy at 31.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 813, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 549.
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 | 2,315 | 1,175 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 220 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 413 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 291 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 594 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,430 | 581 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Sarar Karpalt
Sarar Karpalt 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 Sarar Karpalt
Sarar Karpalt 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Sarar Karpalt is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sarar Karpalt is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarar Karpalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarar Karpalt 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarar Karpalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarar Karpalt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarar Karpalt
Where is Sarar Karpalt located?
Sarar Karpalt village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarar Karpalt?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarar Karpalt is Sarar.
What is the pincode of Sarar Karpalt?
The pincode of Sarar Karpalt is 182161.
What is the population of Sarar Karpalt?
Sarar Karpalt had a total population of 2,315, including 1,175 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Sarar Karpalt?
Sarar Karpalt had 392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarar Karpalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarar Karpalt was 47.05%. Male literacy was 62.20% and female literacy was 31.43%.