Sharana - Dhari, Nainital
Sharana is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. Sarna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharana is 054947. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.61 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sharana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharana
As per Census 2011, Sharana village has a total population of 2,680 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,273 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,900 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,680 | 1,407 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 232 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,422 | 752 | 670 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,091 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 316 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Sharana
Sharana 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 Sharana
Sharana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhimtal to Sharana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sharana is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharana 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 Sharana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sharana
Where is Sharana located?
Sharana village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharana is Sarna.
What is the pincode of Sharana?
The pincode of Sharana is 263132.
What is the population of Sharana?
Sharana has a total population of 2,680, including 1,407 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Sharana?
There are 502 households in Sharana.
What is the literacy rate in Sharana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharana is 70.90%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 63.55%.