Saitapur - Rajpur, Buxar
Saitapur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dewarihya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saitapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saitapur is 248459. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saitapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saitapur
According to the 2011 Census, Saitapur village had a total population of 295 people, including 152 males and 143 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.65%, with male literacy at 56.30% and female literacy at 34.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 295 | 152 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 67 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 85 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Saitapur
Saitapur 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 Saitapur
Saitapur 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 5-10 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 Buxar to Saitapur is about 25 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 Saitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saitapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saitapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saitapur
Where is Saitapur located?
Saitapur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saitapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saitapur is Dewarihya.
What is the pincode of Saitapur?
The pincode of Saitapur is 802122.
What is the population of Saitapur?
Saitapur had a total population of 295, including 152 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Saitapur?
Saitapur had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitapur was 45.65%. Male literacy was 56.30% and female literacy was 34.23%.