Sarnaul - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sarnaul is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sarnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarnaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarnaul is 040325. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.76 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sarnaul 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarnaul
According to the 2011 Census, Sarnaul village had a total population of 1,041 people, including 523 males and 518 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.12%, with male literacy at 83.26% and female literacy at 51.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,041 | 523 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 363 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 160 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Sarnaul
Sarnaul 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 Sarnaul
Sarnaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sarnaul is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sarnaul is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarnaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarnaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarnaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarnaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarnaul
Where is Sarnaul located?
Sarnaul village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarnaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarnaul is Sarnol.
What is the pincode of Sarnaul?
The pincode of Sarnaul is 249141.
What is the population of Sarnaul?
Sarnaul had a total population of 1,041, including 523 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Sarnaul?
Sarnaul had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarnaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarnaul was 67.12%. Male literacy was 83.26% and female literacy was 51.35%.