Saraut - Siswan, Siwan
Saraut is a village situated in the Siswan subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siswan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Bhagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraut is 232775. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 841210 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Saraut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraut
As per Census 2011, Saraut village has a total population of 3,660 people, consisting of 1,844 males and 1,816 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,193 literate and 1,467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,660 | 1,844 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 284 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 266 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,193 | 1,273 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,467 | 571 | 896 |
Nearby Villages of Saraut
Saraut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathia | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Tilauta | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Gangapur | South | 1.52 km |
| Barauna | East | 1.53 km |
| Harihar Chhapra | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Bhagar | West | 1.89 km |
| Ghurghat | North | 2.07 km |
| Noniapatti | East | 2.17 km |
| Siswan | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Kauli Chhapra | North-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraut
Saraut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mahendranath, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 km.
| 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 Siwan to Saraut is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saraut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraut
Where is Saraut located?
Saraut village is located in Siswan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraut?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraut is Bhagar.
What is the pincode of Saraut?
The pincode of Saraut is 841210.
What is the population of Saraut?
Saraut has a total population of 3,660, including 1,844 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Saraut?
There are 794 households in Saraut.
What is the literacy rate in Saraut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraut is 59.92%. Male literacy is 69.03% and female literacy is 50.66%.