Sarauni - Mahishi, Saharsa
Sarauni is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Mahisarho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarauni is 226337. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarauni
As per Census 2011, Sarauni village has a total population of 3,341 people, consisting of 1,770 males and 1,571 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,431 literate and 1,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,341 | 1,770 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 362 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 203 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 957 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,910 | 813 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Sarauni
Sarauni 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 Sarauni
Sarauni 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 >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 Saharsa to Sarauni is about 20 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 Sarauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarauni
Where is Sarauni located?
Sarauni village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarauni is Mahisarho.
What is the pincode of Sarauni?
The pincode of Sarauni is 852216.
What is the population of Sarauni?
Sarauni has a total population of 3,341, including 1,770 males and 1,571 females.
How many households are there in Sarauni?
There are 669 households in Sarauni.
What is the literacy rate in Sarauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarauni is 42.83%. Male literacy is 54.07% and female literacy is 30.17%.