Saray Bakhsh - Amnour, Saran
Saray Bakhsh is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Raipura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saray Bakhsh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saray Bakhsh is 233880. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Saray Bakhsh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saray Bakhsh
As per Census 2011, Saray Bakhsh village has a total population of 3,802 people, consisting of 1,987 males and 1,815 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,890 literate and 1,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saray Bakhsh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,802 | 1,987 | 1,815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 333 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,890 | 1,197 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 790 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Saray Bakhsh
Saray Bakhsh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Repura | West | 1.25 km |
| Sirsa Bali | South | 1.35 km |
| Jafarpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Bedauliya | West | 1.86 km |
| Harpur | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Mithepur | South | 2.45 km |
| Dumaria | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Bazidpur | West | 2.56 km |
| Katsa | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Parsa | East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saray Bakhsh
Saray Bakhsh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baragopal, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Saray Bakhsh is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Saray Bakhsh is about 16 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 Saray Bakhsh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saray Bakhsh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saray Bakhsh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saray Bakhsh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saray Bakhsh
Where is Saray Bakhsh located?
Saray Bakhsh village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saray Bakhsh?
The Gram Panchayat of Saray Bakhsh is Raipura.
What is the pincode of Saray Bakhsh?
The pincode of Saray Bakhsh is 841311.
What is the population of Saray Bakhsh?
Saray Bakhsh has a total population of 3,802, including 1,987 males and 1,815 females.
How many households are there in Saray Bakhsh?
There are 561 households in Saray Bakhsh.
What is the literacy rate in Saray Bakhsh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saray Bakhsh is 49.71%. Male literacy is 60.24% and female literacy is 38.18%.