Sarph - Chinyali Saur, Uttarkashi
Sarph is a village situated in the Chinyali Saur tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Chiniyalisaur and around 63 km from Uttarkashi. Sarp serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarph village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarph is 040694. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.15 hectares and falls under the 249196 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Sarph village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarph
According to the 2011 Census, Sarph village had a total population of 295 people, including 141 males and 154 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.29%, with male literacy at 98.39% and female literacy at 71.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 122 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 19 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sarph
Sarph 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 Sarph
Sarph is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Sarph is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarph
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarph 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarph
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarph village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarph
Where is Sarph located?
Sarph village is located in Chinyali Saur Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarph?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarph is Sarp.
What is the pincode of Sarph?
The pincode of Sarph is 249196.
What is the population of Sarph?
Sarph had a total population of 295, including 141 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sarph?
Sarph had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarph?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarph was 84.29%. Male literacy was 98.39% and female literacy was 71.53%.