Sarota

Sarota is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sarota village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sarota unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sarota’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 Sarota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarota is 027686. The village spans a total geographical area of 156 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 405026. Pathankot is nearest town to Sarota village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sarota

According to the 2011 Census, Sarota has a total population of about 264, with approximately 143 males and 121 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 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 79.92%, with male literacy at about 87.41% and female literacy near 71.07%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 143 121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 11 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 20 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 211 125 86
Illiterate Population 53 18 35

Connectivity of Sarota

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarota. As per the 2011 stats, Sarota 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sarota

Knowing the nearby villages of Sarota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarota.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarota

Where is Sarota located?
Sarota village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarota?
Sarota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sarota?
The pincode of Sarota is 405026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sarota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarota is 264, with 143 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Sarota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sarota village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarota is 79.92%. The male literacy rate is 87.41%, while the female literacy rate is 71.07%.