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
As per Census 2011, Sarot village has a total population of 407 people, consisting of 195 males and 212 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 195 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 407, including 195 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Sarot?
There are 88 households in Sarot.
What is the literacy rate in Sarot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarot is 68.80%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 58.49%.