Sara - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sara is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sara is 040370. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.48 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sara
According to the 2011 Census, Sara village had a total population of 291 people, including 149 males and 142 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 119 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 30 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sara
Sara 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 Sara
Sara 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sara is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sara is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sara
Where is Sara located?
Sara village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sara?
Sara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sara?
The pincode of Sara is 249141.
What is the population of Sara?
Sara had a total population of 291, including 149 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Sara?
Sara had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sara was 81.47%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 70.77%.