Serukahia Village - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Serukahia is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gonauli-dumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serukahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serukahia is 216829. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.6 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Serukahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serukahia
As per Census 2011, Serukahia village has a total population of 1,165 people, consisting of 610 males and 555 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serukahia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 610 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 89 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 139 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 418 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 192 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Serukahia
Serukahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachbhirwa | South | 1.27 km |
| Paroraha | North | 1.30 km |
| Gondauli | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Harpur | South | 2.18 km |
| Siswania | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Bherihawa | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Kataia | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Sita Pur | North | 3.73 km |
| Lipni | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Tarkulwa | West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Serukahia
Serukahia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Serukahia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Serukahia is about 36 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 Serukahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serukahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serukahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serukahia 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serukahia
Where is Serukahia located?
Serukahia village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serukahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Serukahia is Gonauli-dumra.
What is the pincode of Serukahia?
The pincode of Serukahia is 845453.
What is the population of Serukahia?
Serukahia has a total population of 1,165, including 610 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Serukahia?
There are 241 households in Serukahia.
What is the literacy rate in Serukahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serukahia is 54.51%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 39.10%.