Saur - Sankari, Uttarkashi
Saur is a village situated in the Sankari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Mori and around 195 km from Uttarkashi. Saur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur is 040231. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.84 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Saur 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 Saur
As per Census 2011, Saur village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 242 males and 252 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 242 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 159 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 83 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Saur
Saur 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 Saur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Saur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Saur is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Saur is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saur
Where is Saur located?
Saur village is located in Sankari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur?
Saur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saur?
The pincode of Saur is 249128.
What is the population of Saur?
Saur has a total population of 494, including 242 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
There are 85 households in Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur is 55.26%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 45.24%.