Saur - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Saur is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Saur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 043898. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.85 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saur
As per Census 2011, Saur village has a total population of 1,460 people, consisting of 725 males and 735 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 725 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 579 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 146 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Saur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khurait | West | 0.96 km |
| Pujaldi | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Dhungali | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Kakhwari | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Muhobat Khil | South | 2.89 km |
| Dharkot | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Chopariyal Gaon | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Senwali Patali | North | 4.24 km |
| Swari | South | 4.35 km |
| Churer Dhar | South-East | 4.58 km |
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 Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.9 km.
| 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 Chamba to Saur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 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 Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
Saur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saur?
The pincode of Saur is 249145.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur has a total population of 1,460, including 725 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
There are 323 households in Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur is 70.34%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 60.95%.