Saur
Saur is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Saur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saur unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Saur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Saur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saur is 043898. The village spans a total geographical area of 223.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Chamba is nearest town to Saur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saur
Population of Saur
According to the 2011 Census, Saur has a total population of about 1,460, with approximately 725 males and 735 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.34%, with male literacy at about 79.86% and female literacy near 60.95%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 725 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 579 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 146 | 287 |
Connectivity of Saur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saur. As per the 2011 stats, Saur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Knowing the nearby villages of Saur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saur
- Where is Saur located?
- Saur village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
- Saur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saur?
- The pincode of Saur is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saur is 1,460, with 725 males and 735 females.
- How many households are there in Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saur village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saur is 70.34%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 60.95%.