Saronja - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Saronja is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Sitarganj and around 51 km from Rudrapur. Saraunja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saronja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saronja is 056166. The village covers a total geographical area of 761.66 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Saronja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saronja
According to the 2011 Census, Saronja village had a total population of 1,520 people, including 780 males and 740 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 54.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 660.
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 | 1,520 | 780 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 345 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 529 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 251 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Saronja
Saronja 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 Saronja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saronja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Saronja is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Saronja is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saronja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saronja 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 Saronja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saronja 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 Saronja
Where is Saronja located?
Saronja village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saronja?
The Gram Panchayat of Saronja is Saraunja.
What is the pincode of Saronja?
The pincode of Saronja is 262405.
What is the population of Saronja?
Saronja had a total population of 1,520, including 780 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Saronja?
Saronja had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saronja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saronja was 66.14%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 54.32%.