Sarchur
Sarchur is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sarchur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarchur unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sarchur’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 Sarchur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarchur is 028801. The village spans a total geographical area of 536 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143602. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Sarchur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarchur
Population of Sarchur
According to the 2011 Census, Sarchur has a total population of about 1,989, with approximately 1,037 males and 952 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 234 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 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 63.00%, with male literacy at about 67.31% and female literacy near 58.30%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarchur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,989 | 1,037 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 698 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 339 | 397 |
Connectivity of Sarchur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarchur. As per the 2011 stats, Sarchur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarchur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarchur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarchur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarchur
- Where is Sarchur located?
- Sarchur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarchur?
- Sarchur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarchur?
- The pincode of Sarchur is 143602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarchur is 1,989, with 1,037 males and 952 females.
- How many households are there in Sarchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarchur village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarchur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarchur is 63.00%. The male literacy rate is 67.31%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.