Sarauni - Kawakol, Nawada
Sarauni is a village situated in the Kawakol subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kawakol and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sarauni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarauni is 257775. The village covers a total geographical area of 1091 hectares and falls under the 805106 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sarauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarauni
As per Census 2011, Sarauni village has a total population of 7,159 people, consisting of 3,475 males and 3,684 females. The village has 1,169 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,797 literate and 4,362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,159 | 3,475 | 3,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,325 | 651 | 674 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,860 | 912 | 948 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,797 | 1,653 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,362 | 1,822 | 2,540 |
Nearby Villages of Sarauni
Sarauni 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 Sarauni
Sarauni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nawada to Sarauni is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarauni
Where is Sarauni located?
Sarauni village is located in Kawakol Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarauni?
Sarauni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarauni?
The pincode of Sarauni is 805106.
What is the population of Sarauni?
Sarauni has a total population of 7,159, including 3,475 males and 3,684 females.
How many households are there in Sarauni?
There are 1,169 households in Sarauni.
What is the literacy rate in Sarauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarauni is 39.07%. Male literacy is 47.57% and female literacy is 31.05%.