Sarawan - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Sarawan is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Biseni Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarawan is 252484. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.6 hectares and falls under the 821310 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sarawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarawan
According to the 2011 Census, Sarawan village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 677 males and 639 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.14%, with male literacy at 88.95% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363.
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 | 1,316 | 677 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 116 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 179 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 499 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 178 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Sarawan
Sarawan 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 Sarawan
Sarawan 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehri to Sarawan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Sarawan is about 40 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 Sarawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarawan 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 Sarawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarawan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarawan
Where is Sarawan located?
Sarawan village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarawan is Biseni Kala.
What is the pincode of Sarawan?
The pincode of Sarawan is 821310.
What is the population of Sarawan?
Sarawan had a total population of 1,316, including 677 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Sarawan?
Sarawan had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarawan was 75.14%. Male literacy was 88.95% and female literacy was 60.71%.