Sauna - Barharia, Siwan
Sauna is a village situated in the Barharia subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barharia and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padarauna Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauna is 231425. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 841232 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barharia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Siwan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sauna
As per Census 2011, Sauna village has a total population of 3,450 people, consisting of 1,801 males and 1,649 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,124 literate and 1,326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,450 | 1,801 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 261 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,124 | 1,233 | 891 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 568 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Sauna
Sauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paranpur | West | 1.07 km |
| Surahia | East | 1.23 km |
| Jagatpur | North | 1.33 km |
| Pararauna | South | 1.82 km |
| Barsara | East | 2.04 km |
| Chain Chhapra | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Asapur | North | 2.13 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Madhopur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Sundarpur | West | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sauna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sauna. The nearest railway station is Amlori Sarsar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Sauna is about 14 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 Sauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sauna
Where is Sauna located?
Sauna village is located in Barharia Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauna is Padarauna Khurd.
What is the pincode of Sauna?
The pincode of Sauna is 841232.
What is the population of Sauna?
Sauna has a total population of 3,450, including 1,801 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Sauna?
There are 612 households in Sauna.
What is the literacy rate in Sauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauna is 61.57%. Male literacy is 68.46% and female literacy is 54.03%.