Saralia - Kadwa, Katihar
Saralia is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Tetalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saralia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saralia is 224514. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.05 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Saralia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Saralia
According to the 2011 Census, Saralia village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 774 males and 696 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.88%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 46.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,470 | 774 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 177 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 452 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 322 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Saralia
Saralia 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 Saralia
Saralia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Saralia is about 47 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 Saralia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saralia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saralia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saralia 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 Saralia
Where is Saralia located?
Saralia village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saralia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saralia is Tetalia.
What is the pincode of Saralia?
The pincode of Saralia is 855113.
What is the population of Saralia?
Saralia had a total population of 1,470, including 774 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Saralia?
Saralia had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saralia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saralia was 61.88%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 46.57%.