Lal Saraia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Lal Saraia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lalsaraia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lal Saraia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lal Saraia is 217329. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lal Saraia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lal Saraia
As per Census 2011, Lal Saraia village has a total population of 8,501 people, consisting of 4,465 males and 4,036 females. The village has 1,476 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,305 literate and 4,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 771 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lal Saraia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,501 | 4,465 | 4,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,676 | 863 | 813 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 771 | 407 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 4,305 | 2,649 | 1,656 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,196 | 1,816 | 2,380 |
Nearby Villages of Lal Saraia
Lal Saraia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majharia Shekh | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Katahia | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Bakharia | North | 2.78 km |
| Jawkatia | West | 2.90 km |
| Senduria | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Rulhi Nizamat | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Karamtola | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Konhra Dih | North | 4.32 km |
| Bhana Chak | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Rajabhar | South | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lal Saraia
Lal Saraia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parsa Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Lal Saraia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lal Saraia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lal Saraia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lal Saraia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lal Saraia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lal Saraia
Where is Lal Saraia located?
Lal Saraia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lal Saraia?
The Gram Panchayat of Lal Saraia is Lalsaraia.
What is the pincode of Lal Saraia?
The pincode of Lal Saraia is 845454.
What is the population of Lal Saraia?
Lal Saraia has a total population of 8,501, including 4,465 males and 4,036 females.
How many households are there in Lal Saraia?
There are 1,476 households in Lal Saraia.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Saraia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Saraia is 50.64%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 41.03%.