Saur - Rudraprayag
Saur is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shivanandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 042519. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.44 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Rudraprayag 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 44 people, consisting of 19 males and 25 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,315 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 12 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Saur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saur
Where is Saur located?
Saur village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saur is Shivanandi.
What is the pincode of Saur?
The pincode of Saur is 246171.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur has a total population of 44, including 19 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
There are 12 households in Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur is 72.73%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 64.00%.