Saraya - Tankara, Morbi
Saraya is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Tankara and around 55 km from Rajkot. Saraya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraya is 512745. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.38 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Saraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraya
As per Census 2011, Saraya village has a total population of 1,453 people, consisting of 728 males and 725 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 939 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,453 | 728 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 531 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 197 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Saraya
Saraya 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 Saraya
Public transport in the Saraya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morvi to Saraya is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Saraya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraya 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 Saraya
Where is Saraya located?
Saraya village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraya?
Saraya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraya?
The pincode of Saraya is 363650.
What is the population of Saraya?
Saraya has a total population of 1,453, including 728 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Saraya?
There are 274 households in Saraya.
What is the literacy rate in Saraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraya is 64.62%. Male literacy is 72.94% and female literacy is 56.28%.