Saura
Saura is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Saura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saura unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Saura’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 Saura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saura is 040748. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249194. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Saura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Saura
Population of Saura
According to the 2011 Census, Saura has a total population of about 512, with approximately 250 males and 262 females. The sex ratio is around 1048 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 151 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 66.21%, with male literacy at about 78.00% and female literacy near 54.96%. There are around 117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 250 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 339 | 195 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 55 | 118 |
Connectivity of Saura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saura. As per the 2011 stats, Saura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saura
Knowing the nearby villages of Saura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saura
- Where is Saura located?
- Saura village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saura?
- Saura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saura?
- The pincode of Saura is 249194, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saura is 512, with 250 males and 262 females.
- How many households are there in Saura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saura village has a total of 117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saura is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.00%, while the female literacy rate is 54.96%.