Saur - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Saur is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Lansdowne and around 128 km from Pauri. Saur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 047251. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.91 hectares and falls under the 246173 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Saur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saur
As per Census 2011, Saur village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 143 males and 156 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 120 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 23 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Saur 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 Saur
Saur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lansdowne to Saur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Saur is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saur
Where is Saur located?
Saur village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
Saur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saur?
The pincode of Saur is 246173.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur has a total population of 299, including 143 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
There are 64 households in Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur is 72.24%. Male literacy is 83.92% and female literacy is 61.54%.