Saransh - Mori, Uttarkashi
Saransh is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Saransh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saransh is 040214. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.82 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Saransh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saransh
According to the 2011 Census, Saransh village had a total population of 260 people, including 129 males and 131 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.82%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 43.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 260 | 129 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 88 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 41 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Saransh
Saransh 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 Saransh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saransh.
| 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 Barkot to Saransh is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Saransh is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saransh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saransh 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 Saransh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saransh 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 Saransh
Where is Saransh located?
Saransh village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saransh?
Saransh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saransh?
The pincode of Saransh is 249128.
What is the population of Saransh?
Saransh had a total population of 260, including 129 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Saransh?
Saransh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saransh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saransh was 61.82%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 43.64%.