Sankar Saraiya
Sankar Saraiya is a village located in Turkaulia subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Turkaulia (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Sankar Saraiya South is the gram panchayat of Sankar Saraiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Sankar Saraiya unique in its vibrant Turkaulia-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Sankar Saraiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sankar Saraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankar Saraiya is 218006. The village spans a total geographical area of 861.6 hectares. Motihari is nearest town to Sankar Saraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sankar Saraiya
Population of Sankar Saraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sankar Saraiya has a total population of about 16,574, with approximately 8,676 males and 7,898 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,602 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,428 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.42%, with male literacy at about 49.17% and female literacy near 32.91%. There are around 3,154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sankar Saraiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,574 | 8,676 | 7,898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,602 | 1,860 | 1,742 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,428 | 1,304 | 1,124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,865 | 4,266 | 2,599 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,709 | 4,410 | 5,299 |
Connectivity of Sankar Saraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankar Saraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Sankar Saraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sankar Saraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sankar Saraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankar Saraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sankar Saraiya
- Where is Sankar Saraiya located?
- Sankar Saraiya village is situated in Turkaulia Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sankar Saraiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sankar Saraiya is Sankar Saraiya South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sankar Saraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankar Saraiya is 16,574, with 8,676 males and 7,898 females.
- How many households are there in Sankar Saraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sankar Saraiya village has a total of 3,154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sankar Saraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankar Saraiya is 41.42%. The male literacy rate is 49.17%, while the female literacy rate is 32.91%.