Sarla - Sedwa, Barmer
Sarla is a village situated in the Sedwa tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 75 km from Chohtan and around 125 km from Barmer. Sarla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarla is 088952. The village covers a total geographical area of 2217.83 hectares and falls under the 344706 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Sarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarla
As per Census 2011, Sarla village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,165 males and 1,052 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 1,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,165 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 215 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 568 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 597 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Sarla
Sarla 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 Sarla
Sarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barmer to Sarla is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarla 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 Sarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarla
Where is Sarla located?
Sarla village is located in Sedwa Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarla?
Sarla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarla?
The pincode of Sarla is 344706.
What is the population of Sarla?
Sarla has a total population of 2,217, including 1,165 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Sarla?
There are 376 households in Sarla.
What is the literacy rate in Sarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarla is 39.33%. Male literacy is 48.76% and female literacy is 28.90%.