Sarang
Sarang is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 162km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Sarang village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarang unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Sarang’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarang is 564874. The village spans a total geographical area of 522.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415712. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Sarang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarang village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarang
Population of Sarang
According to the 2011 Census, Sarang has a total population of about 829, with approximately 379 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 1187 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.56%, with male literacy at about 81.79% and female literacy near 74.00%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 829 | 379 | 450 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 643 | 310 | 333 |
Illiterate Population | 186 | 69 | 117 |
Connectivity of Sarang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarang. As per the 2011 stats, Sarang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarang
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarang
- Where is Sarang located?
- Sarang village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarang?
- Sarang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarang?
- The pincode of Sarang is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarang is 829, with 379 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Sarang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarang village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarang is 77.56%. The male literacy rate is 81.79%, while the female literacy rate is 74.00%.