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
As per Census 2011, Saraiya village has a total population of 2,255 people, consisting of 1,149 males and 1,106 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,796 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraiya are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,255, including 1,149 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Saraiya?
There are 504 households in Saraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Saraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraiya is 67.18%. Male literacy is 73.02% and female literacy is 61.12%.