Saini - Phulparas, Madhubani
Saini is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Saini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saini is 220122. The village covers a total geographical area of 554.2 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Saini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laukaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saini
According to the 2011 Census, Saini village had a total population of 8,601 people, including 4,405 males and 4,196 females, living in 1,502 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.37%, with male literacy at 72.09% and female literacy at 39.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 807.
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 | 8,601 | 4,405 | 4,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,654 | 815 | 839 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 807 | 403 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,916 | 2,588 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,685 | 1,817 | 2,868 |
Nearby Villages of Saini
Saini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maini | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Dharamdiha | South | 1.48 km |
| Toufir | North | 1.54 km |
| Az Rakbe Maini | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Amouja | East | 2.23 km |
| Bachhauni | South | 2.48 km |
| Laksena | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Khargawan | East | 2.80 km |
| Jagatpur | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Jamaila | North-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saini
Public transport in the Saini is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vachaspati Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Saini is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Saini is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saini
Where is Saini located?
Saini village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saini?
Saini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saini?
The pincode of Saini is 847402.
What is the population of Saini?
Saini had a total population of 8,601, including 4,405 males and 4,196 females.
How many households are there in Saini?
Saini had 1,502 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saini was 56.37%. Male literacy was 72.09% and female literacy was 39.56%.