Saroya
Saroya is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kajla is the gram panchayat of Saroya village.
Here you can discover what makes Saroya unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Saroya’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 Saroya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saroya is 031195. The village spans a total geographical area of 72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Saroya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Saroya
Population of Saroya
According to the 2011 Census, Saroya has a total population of about 558, with approximately 284 males and 274 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 228 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 75.45%, with male literacy at about 78.17% and female literacy near 72.63%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saroya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 284 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 222 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 62 | 75 |
Connectivity of Saroya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saroya. As per the 2011 stats, Saroya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saroya
Knowing the nearby villages of Saroya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saroya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saroya
- Where is Saroya located?
- Saroya village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saroya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saroya is Kajla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saroya?
- The pincode of Saroya is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saroya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saroya is 558, with 284 males and 274 females.
- How many households are there in Saroya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saroya village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saroya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saroya is 75.45%. The male literacy rate is 78.17%, while the female literacy rate is 72.63%.