Saur
Saur is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Saur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saur unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Saur’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 Saur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saur is 040571. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Saur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saur
Population of Saur
According to the 2011 Census, Saur has a total population of about 481, with approximately 251 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.33%, with male literacy at about 72.11% and female literacy near 49.57%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 251 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 295 | 181 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 70 | 116 |
Connectivity of Saur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saur. As per the 2011 stats, Saur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Knowing the nearby villages of Saur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saur
- Where is Saur located?
- Saur village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
- Saur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saur?
- The pincode of Saur is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saur is 481, with 251 males and 230 females.
- How many households are there in Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saur village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saur is 61.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.11%, while the female literacy rate is 49.57%.