Saraunchia - Kasba, Purnia
Saraunchia is a village situated in the Kasba subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasba and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Ghordaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraunchia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraunchia is 223554. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 854325 pincode. Kasba is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saraunchia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraunchia
According to the 2011 Census, Saraunchia village had a total population of 1,416 people, including 744 males and 672 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.87%, with male literacy at 64.97% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 1,416 | 744 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 384 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 360 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Saraunchia
Saraunchia 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 Saraunchia
Saraunchia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Saraunchia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasba to Saraunchia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Saraunchia is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraunchia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraunchia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraunchia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraunchia 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 Saraunchia
Where is Saraunchia located?
Saraunchia village is located in Kasba Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraunchia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraunchia is Ghordaur.
What is the pincode of Saraunchia?
The pincode of Saraunchia is 854325.
What is the population of Saraunchia?
Saraunchia had a total population of 1,416, including 744 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Saraunchia?
Saraunchia had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraunchia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraunchia was 57.87%. Male literacy was 64.97% and female literacy was 50.00%.