Sarwan Khurd - Barachatti, Gaya
Sarwan Khurd is a village situated in the Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barachatti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Sarwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarwan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarwan Khurd is 257293. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 824201 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sarwan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarwan Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Sarwan Khurd village had a total population of 526 people, including 291 males and 235 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.43%, with male literacy at 81.09% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 526 | 291 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 193 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 98 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sarwan Khurd
Sarwan Khurd 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 Sarwan Khurd
Sarwan Khurd 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 Gaya to Sarwan Khurd is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarwan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarwan Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarwan Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarwan Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarwan Khurd
Where is Sarwan Khurd located?
Sarwan Khurd village is located in Barachatti Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarwan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarwan Khurd is Sarwan.
What is the pincode of Sarwan Khurd?
The pincode of Sarwan Khurd is 824201.
What is the population of Sarwan Khurd?
Sarwan Khurd had a total population of 526, including 291 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Sarwan Khurd?
Sarwan Khurd had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarwan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarwan Khurd was 68.43%. Male literacy was 81.09% and female literacy was 53.06%.