Saraiya - Chikhli, Navsari
Saraiya is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Saraiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraiya is 523045. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.51 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Saraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Saraiya village had a total population of 2,255 people, including 1,149 males and 1,106 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 69.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,796.
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 | 2,255 | 1,149 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,796 | 918 | 878 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 839 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 310 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Saraiya
Saraiya 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 Saraiya
Saraiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chikhli to Saraiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Saraiya is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraiya 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 Saraiya
Where is Saraiya located?
Saraiya village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraiya?
Saraiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraiya?
The pincode of Saraiya is 396560.
What is the population of Saraiya?
Saraiya had a total population of 2,255, including 1,149 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Saraiya?
Saraiya had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraiya was 76.05%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 69.12%.