Saron - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Saron is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Saipung and around 90 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saron is 279578. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saron
According to the 2011 Census, Saron village had a total population of 85 people, including 47 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.76%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Saron
Saron 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 Saron
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saron.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jowai to Saron is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saron 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 Saron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saron
Where is Saron located?
Saron village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Saron?
The pincode of Saron is 793200.
What is the population of Saron?
Saron had a total population of 85, including 47 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Saron?
Saron had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saron was 86.76%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 81.82%.