Sarphul - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Sarphul is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sarfula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarphul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarphul is 042959. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.97 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sarphul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarphul
As per Census 2011, Sarphul village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 137 males and 128 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 106 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarphul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 100 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 37 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Sarphul
Sarphul 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 Sarphul
Sarphul 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 Tehri to Sarphul is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sarphul is about 90 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 Sarphul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarphul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarphul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarphul 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarphul
Where is Sarphul located?
Sarphul village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarphul?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarphul is Sarfula.
What is the pincode of Sarphul?
The pincode of Sarphul is 249155.
What is the population of Sarphul?
Sarphul has a total population of 265, including 137 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sarphul?
There are 49 households in Sarphul.
What is the literacy rate in Sarphul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarphul is 60.00%. Male literacy is 72.99% and female literacy is 46.09%.