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 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 Saur
According to the 2011 Census, Saur village had a total population of 494 people, including 242 males and 252 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.59%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 55.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 494 | 242 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 494, including 242 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Saur?
Saur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur was 68.59%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 55.34%.