Sarve - Puttur, Dakshina Kannada
Sarve is a village situated in the Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puttur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Munduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarve is 617737. The village covers a total geographical area of 954.31 hectares and falls under the 574202 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarve
As per Census 2011, Sarve village has a total population of 3,640 people, consisting of 1,842 males and 1,798 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,664 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 853 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 327 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,640 | 1,842 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 208 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 433 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 167 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 2,664 | 1,474 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 368 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Sarve
Sarve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punachpady | East | 2.71 km |
| Mundoor | West | 2.72 km |
| Kedambady | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Savanur | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Narimogru | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Keyyur | South | 5.07 km |
| Kuriya | West | 5.14 km |
| Shanthigodu | North | 5.52 km |
| Kemminje (rural) | West | 5.73 km |
| Kudmaru | East | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarve
Sarve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Sarve is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Sarve is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarve
Where is Sarve located?
Sarve village is located in Puttur Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarve?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarve is Munduru.
What is the pincode of Sarve?
The pincode of Sarve is 574202.
What is the population of Sarve?
Sarve has a total population of 3,640, including 1,842 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Sarve?
There are 708 households in Sarve.
What is the literacy rate in Sarve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarve is 73.19%. Male literacy is 80.02% and female literacy is 66.18%.