Sarsoo - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Sarsoo is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Prowa Jagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarsoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsoo is 005071. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.7 hectares and falls under the 182124 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sarsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Sarsoo village had a total population of 887 people, including 473 males and 414 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.06%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 56.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 687.
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 | 887 | 473 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 365 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 319 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 154 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsoo
Sarsoo 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 Sarsoo
Sarsoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Sarsoo is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsoo 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 Sarsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsoo 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarsoo
Where is Sarsoo located?
Sarsoo village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarsoo is Prowa Jagir.
What is the pincode of Sarsoo?
The pincode of Sarsoo is 182124.
What is the population of Sarsoo?
Sarsoo had a total population of 887, including 473 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Sarsoo?
Sarsoo had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsoo was 68.06%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 56.23%.