Saur - Dhauntari, Uttarkashi
Saur is a village situated in the Dhauntari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Dunda and around 39 km from Uttarkashi. Saur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 040571. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.33 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 39 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saur
According to the 2011 Census, Saur village had a total population of 481 people, including 251 males and 230 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 58.16%.
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 | 481 | 251 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 181 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 70 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Saur 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 Saur
Saur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Saur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >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 Dhauntari Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249165.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur had a total population of 481, including 251 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
Saur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur was 72.66%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 58.16%.