Sarti - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Sarti is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Dhar Kalan and around 98 km from Gurdaspur. Gunera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarti is 027376. The village covers a total geographical area of 1295 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Sarti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathankot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarti
According to the 2011 Census, Sarti village had a total population of 3,960 people, including 2,023 males and 1,937 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 68.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,239.
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 | 3,960 | 2,023 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 234 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,239 | 618 | 621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,631 | 1,489 | 1,142 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 534 | 795 |
Nearby Villages of Sarti
Sarti 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 Sarti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sarti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Sarti is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarti 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 Sarti
Where is Sarti located?
Sarti village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarti is Gunera.
What is the pincode of Sarti?
The pincode of Sarti is 145022.
What is the population of Sarti?
Sarti had a total population of 3,960, including 2,023 males and 1,937 females.
How many households are there in Sarti?
Sarti had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarti was 76.00%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 68.26%.