Sarowar - Gairsain, Chamoli
Sarowar is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Rangchauda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarowar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarowar is 041982. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.54 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sarowar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarowar
According to the 2011 Census, Sarowar village had a total population of 61 people, including 21 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.59%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.89%.
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 | 61 | 21 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sarowar
Sarowar 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 Sarowar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarowar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sarowar is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sarowar is about 110 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 Sarowar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarowar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarowar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarowar 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 Sarowar
Where is Sarowar located?
Sarowar village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarowar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarowar is Rangchauda.
What is the pincode of Sarowar?
The pincode of Sarowar is 246431.
What is the population of Sarowar?
Sarowar had a total population of 61, including 21 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Sarowar?
Sarowar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarowar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarowar was 92.59%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.