Sarayan - Rajpur, Buxar
Sarayan is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kaithhar Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarayan is 248633. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sarayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarayan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarayan village had a total population of 483 people, including 250 males and 233 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.11%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 80.50%.
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 | 483 | 250 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 183 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 67 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Sarayan
Sarayan 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 Sarayan
Sarayan 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 Sarayan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarayan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sarayan
Where is Sarayan located?
Sarayan village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarayan is Kaithhar Kala.
What is the pincode of Sarayan?
The pincode of Sarayan is 802122.
What is the population of Sarayan?
Sarayan had a total population of 483, including 250 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sarayan?
Sarayan had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarayan was 84.11%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 80.50%.