Sarauni - Madhepur, Madhubani
Sarauni is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahisham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarauni is 220854. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.8 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarauni
As per Census 2011, Sarauni village has a total population of 1,750 people, consisting of 923 males and 827 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,750 | 923 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 202 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 193 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 477 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 446 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Sarauni
Sarauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahisan | North | 1.15 km |
| Bhumpur | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Janardanpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Rupauli | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Pakhaul | South | 2.17 km |
| Sikaria | North | 2.67 km |
| Madhepur | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Kusmaul | East | 2.72 km |
| Chunni | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Chandradip | South-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarauni
Sarauni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Sarauni is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sarauni is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarauni 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 Sarauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarauni 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 Sarauni
Where is Sarauni located?
Sarauni village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarauni is Mahisham.
What is the pincode of Sarauni?
The pincode of Sarauni is 847408.
What is the population of Sarauni?
Sarauni has a total population of 1,750, including 923 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Sarauni?
There are 376 households in Sarauni.
What is the literacy rate in Sarauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarauni is 43.77%. Male literacy is 51.68% and female literacy is 34.95%.