Sarana - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Sarana is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Srinagar and around 44 km from Pauri. Balori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarana is 045509. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.63 hectares and falls under the 246174 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarana
According to the 2011 Census, Sarana village had a total population of 192 people, including 100 males and 92 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.94%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 83.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sarana
Sarana 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 Sarana
Sarana 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Sarana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sarana is about 44 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 Sarana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarana
Where is Sarana located?
Sarana village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarana is Balori.
What is the pincode of Sarana?
The pincode of Sarana is 246174.
What is the population of Sarana?
Sarana had a total population of 192, including 100 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Sarana?
Sarana had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarana was 89.94%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 83.95%.