Saurh - Parbatta, Khagaria
Saurh is a village situated in the Parbatta subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parbatta and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Saurh North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saurh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurh is 238783. The village covers a total geographical area of 2557 hectares and falls under the 853203 pincode. Gogari Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Saurh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saurh
As per Census 2011, Saurh village has a total population of 19,771 people, consisting of 10,507 males and 9,264 females. The village has 4,054 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,960 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,666 literate and 10,105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saurh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,771 | 10,507 | 9,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,960 | 2,050 | 1,910 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,462 | 764 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 9,666 | 5,701 | 3,965 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,105 | 4,806 | 5,299 |
Nearby Villages of Saurh
Saurh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatkhar | South | 2.76 km |
| Kairia | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Punaur | West | 4.11 km |
| Mathurpur | South | 4.34 km |
| Paikant | North | 4.46 km |
| Khajraitha | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Jhajhra | West | 4.78 km |
| Deotha | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Gaura | South | 5.70 km |
| Thebhao | South-West | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saurh
Saurh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bharatkhand Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gogari Jamalpur to Saurh is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khagaria to Saurh is about 38 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 Saurh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saurh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saurh
Where is Saurh located?
Saurh village is located in Parbatta Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saurh?
The Gram Panchayat of Saurh is Saurh North.
What is the pincode of Saurh?
The pincode of Saurh is 853203.
What is the population of Saurh?
Saurh has a total population of 19,771, including 10,507 males and 9,264 females.
How many households are there in Saurh?
There are 4,054 households in Saurh.
What is the literacy rate in Saurh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurh is 48.89%. Male literacy is 54.26% and female literacy is 42.80%.