Sara Kuan - Aklera, Jhalawar
Sara Kuan is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Thanawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sara Kuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara Kuan is 104378. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.77 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sara Kuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sara Kuan
According to the 2011 Census, Sara Kuan village had a total population of 289 people, including 152 males and 137 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 86.26% and female literacy at 56.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 289 | 152 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 113 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 39 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sara Kuan
Sara Kuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandri | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Raredi | West | 2.68 km |
| Awand | South | 2.96 km |
| Mirzapur | East | 3.06 km |
| Thanawad | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Nainkot | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Kalwa | East | 3.90 km |
| Salki Doongri | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Narera | South | 4.09 km |
| Ambala | North | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sara Kuan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sara Kuan. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Sara Kuan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Sara Kuan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sara Kuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sara Kuan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sara Kuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sara Kuan 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 Sara Kuan
Where is Sara Kuan located?
Sara Kuan village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sara Kuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sara Kuan is Thanawad.
What is the pincode of Sara Kuan?
The pincode of Sara Kuan is 326033.
What is the population of Sara Kuan?
Sara Kuan had a total population of 289, including 152 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sara Kuan?
Sara Kuan had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sara Kuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sara Kuan was 71.88%. Male literacy was 86.26% and female literacy was 56.80%.