Sahrod - Atru, Baran
Sahrod is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Sahrod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahrod is 102809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1418 hectares and falls under the 325207 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahrod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahrod
As per Census 2011, Sahrod village has a total population of 2,249 people, consisting of 1,161 males and 1,088 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 764 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahrod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,161 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 398 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 852 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 309 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Sahrod
Sahrod is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharpur | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Jeerod | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Deeloda | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Dhoti | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Kharkhara Asan | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Bhairoonpura (choki) | West | 4.49 km |
| Bamla | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Bokara | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Udpuriya | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Khareela | East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahrod
Sahrod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chajawa, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| 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 Baran to Sahrod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahrod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahrod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahrod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahrod 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahrod
Where is Sahrod located?
Sahrod village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahrod?
Sahrod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahrod?
The pincode of Sahrod is 325207.
What is the population of Sahrod?
Sahrod has a total population of 2,249, including 1,161 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Sahrod?
There are 378 households in Sahrod.
What is the literacy rate in Sahrod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahrod is 62.38%. Male literacy is 73.39% and female literacy is 50.64%.