Sar Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Sar Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sar Gaon is 040113. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.22 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Sar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Sar Gaon village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 155 males and 154 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 95 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 60 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sar Gaon
Sar Gaon 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 Sar Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sar Gaon.
| 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 Sar Gaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sar Gaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sar Gaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sar Gaon
Where is Sar Gaon located?
Sar Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sar Gaon is Sar.
What is the pincode of Sar Gaon?
The pincode of Sar Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Sar Gaon?
Sar Gaon has a total population of 309, including 155 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sar Gaon?
There are 50 households in Sar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sar Gaon is 53.40%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 45.45%.