Saraunja - Birpur, Begusarai
Saraunja is a village situated in the Birpur subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birpur and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Parra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraunja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraunja is 238077. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.4 hectares and falls under the 851127 pincode. Begusarai is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Saraunja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraunja
As per Census 2011, Saraunja village has a total population of 7,141 people, consisting of 3,767 males and 3,374 females. The village has 1,296 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,979 literate and 4,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraunja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,141 | 3,767 | 3,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,506 | 791 | 715 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 424 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,979 | 1,853 | 1,126 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,162 | 1,914 | 2,248 |
Nearby Villages of Saraunja
Saraunja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Rasalpur Pakdi | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Sikrahula | North | 2.07 km |
| Rampurbahuara | South | 2.09 km |
| Bhawanandpur | North | 2.41 km |
| Birpur | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Parra | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Babhanganwa | South | 2.68 km |
| Muradpur | West | 2.83 km |
| Mobarakpur | South | 3.56 km |
| Tekanpura | East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraunja
Public transport in the Saraunja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhaul Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Begusarai to Saraunja is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraunja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraunja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saraunja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraunja 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saraunja
Where is Saraunja located?
Saraunja village is located in Birpur Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraunja?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraunja is Parra.
What is the pincode of Saraunja?
The pincode of Saraunja is 851127.
What is the population of Saraunja?
Saraunja has a total population of 7,141, including 3,767 males and 3,374 females.
How many households are there in Saraunja?
There are 1,296 households in Saraunja.
What is the literacy rate in Saraunja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraunja is 41.72%. Male literacy is 49.19% and female literacy is 33.37%.