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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarauni village had a total population of 3,341 people, including 1,770 males and 1,571 females, living in 669 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.56%, with male literacy at 67.97% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
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 | 3,341 | 1,770 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 362 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 203 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,341, including 1,770 males and 1,571 females.
How many households are there in Sarauni?
Sarauni had 669 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarauni was 53.56%. Male literacy was 67.97% and female literacy was 37.50%.