Sarora - Dumraon, Buxar
Sarora is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Chhatanwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarora is 248153. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.6 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarora
As per Census 2011, Sarora village has a total population of 1,295 people, consisting of 660 males and 635 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 544 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,295 | 660 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 458 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 202 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Sarora
Sarora 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 Sarora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarora. Sarora has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Sarora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Sarora is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarora
Where is Sarora located?
Sarora village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarora is Chhatanwar.
What is the pincode of Sarora?
The pincode of Sarora is 802119.
What is the population of Sarora?
Sarora has a total population of 1,295, including 660 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Sarora?
There are 209 households in Sarora.
What is the literacy rate in Sarora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarora is 57.99%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 46.14%.