Saharia - Baisa, Purnia
Saharia is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Nandania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharia is 223917. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Saharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Saharia
According to the 2011 Census, Saharia village had a total population of 718 people, including 364 males and 354 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.18%, with male literacy at 67.77% and female literacy at 36.82%.
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 | 718 | 364 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 91 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 185 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 179 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Saharia
Saharia 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 Saharia
Saharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Saharia is about 16 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 Saharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saharia
Where is Saharia located?
Saharia village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharia is Nandania.
What is the pincode of Saharia?
The pincode of Saharia is 854315.
What is the population of Saharia?
Saharia had a total population of 718, including 364 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Saharia?
Saharia had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharia was 52.18%. Male literacy was 67.77% and female literacy was 36.82%.