Sarnau - Sanchore, Jalore
Sarnau is a village situated in the Sanchore tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from Sanchore and around 140 km from Jalor. Sarnau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarnau is 089740. The village covers a total geographical area of 2330.66 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sarnau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarnau
As per Census 2011, Sarnau village has a total population of 4,783 people, consisting of 2,467 males and 2,316 females. The village has 860 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,430 literate and 2,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarnau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,783 | 2,467 | 2,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 437 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 288 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,585 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,353 | 882 | 1,471 |
Nearby Villages of Sarnau
Sarnau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palri Deoran | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Pur | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Kalupura | North | 3.84 km |
| Neliya | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Danta | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Kervi | North | 5.20 km |
| Narayan Pura | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Vasan Deoran | South | 5.97 km |
| Kura | South | 6.02 km |
| Kiloopiya | West | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarnau
Sarnau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dugdol, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 162.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanchore to Sarnau is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Sarnau is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarnau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarnau 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 Sarnau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarnau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarnau
Where is Sarnau located?
Sarnau village is located in Sanchore Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarnau?
Sarnau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarnau?
The pincode of Sarnau is 343040.
What is the population of Sarnau?
Sarnau has a total population of 4,783, including 2,467 males and 2,316 females.
How many households are there in Sarnau?
There are 860 households in Sarnau.
What is the literacy rate in Sarnau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarnau is 50.80%. Male literacy is 64.25% and female literacy is 36.49%.