Saroond - Kotputli, Kotputli-Behror
Saroond is a village situated in the Kotputli tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from Kotputli and around 113 km from Jaipur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saroond is 079075. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 303105 pincode. Kotputli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Saroond is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotputli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saroond
As per Census 2011, Saroond village has a total population of 5,346 people, consisting of 2,823 males and 2,523 females. The village has 868 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 797 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,366 literate and 1,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 438 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saroond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,346 | 2,823 | 2,523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 797 | 442 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 229 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 231 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 3,366 | 2,080 | 1,286 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,980 | 743 | 1,237 |
Nearby Villages of Saroond
Saroond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpura Kalan | South | 1.71 km |
| Jagdishpura | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kiratpura | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Khera Nihalpura | North | 2.68 km |
| Kansli | South | 2.87 km |
| Sundarpura | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Shyamnagar | East | 3.36 km |
| Ramsinghpura | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Mohanpura | South | 3.70 km |
| Poorannagar | North | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saroond
The nearest railway station is Dabla, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotputli to Saroond is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Saroond is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Saroond
Where is Saroond located?
Saroond village is located in Kotputli Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the pincode of Saroond?
The pincode of Saroond is 303105.
What is the population of Saroond?
Saroond has a total population of 5,346, including 2,823 males and 2,523 females.
How many households are there in Saroond?
There are 868 households in Saroond.
What is the literacy rate in Saroond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saroond is 62.96%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 50.97%.