Sahu Garau - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Sahu Garau is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sahgarau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahu Garau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahu Garau is 049632. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.07 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sahu Garau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahu Garau
According to the 2011 Census, Sahu Garau village had a total population of 250 people, including 106 males and 144 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,358 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.65%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 69.60%.
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 | 250 | 106 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 12 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Sahu Garau
Sahu Garau 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 Sahu Garau
Sahu Garau 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 >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 Didihat to Sahu Garau is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sahu Garau is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahu Garau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahu Garau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahu Garau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahu Garau 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 Sahu Garau
Where is Sahu Garau located?
Sahu Garau village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahu Garau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahu Garau is Sahgarau.
What is the pincode of Sahu Garau?
The pincode of Sahu Garau is 262531.
What is the population of Sahu Garau?
Sahu Garau had a total population of 250, including 106 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Sahu Garau?
Sahu Garau had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahu Garau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahu Garau was 82.65%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 69.60%.