Sarod - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Sarod is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Sarod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarod is 104918. The village covers a total geographical area of 2221.89 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sarod 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 Sarod
As per Census 2011, Sarod village has a total population of 3,314 people, consisting of 1,696 males and 1,618 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 457 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 1,723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,314 | 1,696 | 1,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 243 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 1,030 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,723 | 666 | 1,057 |
Nearby Villages of Sarod
Sarod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajpura | North | 2.42 km |
| Ranayra | South | 2.75 km |
| Ratanpura | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Malakhera | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Anandpura | North | 3.66 km |
| Jaswantpura | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Dobra | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Brahmali | East | 4.62 km |
| Era Khera | North | 4.70 km |
| Gurha | North-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarod
Sarod is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurlas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Sarod is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Sarod is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarod 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 Sarod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarod 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 Sarod
Where is Sarod located?
Sarod village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarod?
Sarod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarod?
The pincode of Sarod is 326512.
What is the population of Sarod?
Sarod has a total population of 3,314, including 1,696 males and 1,618 females.
How many households are there in Sarod?
There are 615 households in Sarod.
What is the literacy rate in Sarod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarod is 48.01%. Male literacy is 60.73% and female literacy is 34.67%.