Saguni - Shambhuganj, Banka
Saguni is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Birnaudha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saguni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saguni is 240377. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Saguni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saguni
As per Census 2011, Saguni village has a total population of 928 people, consisting of 492 males and 436 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saguni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 492 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 127 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 355 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 137 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Saguni
Saguni 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 Saguni
Saguni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Saguni is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Saguni is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saguni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saguni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saguni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saguni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saguni
Where is Saguni located?
Saguni village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saguni?
The Gram Panchayat of Saguni is Birnaudha.
What is the pincode of Saguni?
The pincode of Saguni is 813211.
What is the population of Saguni?
Saguni has a total population of 928, including 492 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Saguni?
There are 195 households in Saguni.
What is the literacy rate in Saguni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saguni is 66.70%. Male literacy is 72.15% and female literacy is 60.55%.