Sarot - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Sarot is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 82 km from Tehri and around 82 km from New Tehri. Sarot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarot is 043749. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Sarot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarot
According to the 2011 Census, Sarot village had a total population of 407 people, including 195 males and 212 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 95.12% and female literacy at 65.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 407 | 195 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 156 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 39 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sarot
Sarot 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 Sarot
Sarot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Sarot is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sarot is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarot 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 Sarot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarot
Where is Sarot located?
Sarot village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarot?
Sarot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarot?
The pincode of Sarot is 249132.
What is the population of Sarot?
Sarot had a total population of 407, including 195 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Sarot?
Sarot had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarot was 79.10%. Male literacy was 95.12% and female literacy was 65.26%.