Saran Nagar - Osian, Jodhpur
Saran Nagar is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Saran Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saran Nagar is 084475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170.61 hectares and falls under the 342302 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Saran Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saran Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Saran Nagar village had a total population of 1,635 people, including 857 males and 778 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.62%, with male literacy at 73.40% and female literacy at 38.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
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 | 1,635 | 857 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 169 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 193 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 505 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 352 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Saran Nagar
Saran Nagar 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 Saran Nagar
Saran Nagar 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 Phalodi to Saran Nagar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Saran Nagar is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saran Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saran Nagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saran Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saran Nagar 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 Saran Nagar
Where is Saran Nagar located?
Saran Nagar village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saran Nagar?
Saran Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saran Nagar?
The pincode of Saran Nagar is 342302.
What is the population of Saran Nagar?
Saran Nagar had a total population of 1,635, including 857 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Saran Nagar?
Saran Nagar had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saran Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saran Nagar was 56.62%. Male literacy was 73.40% and female literacy was 38.63%.