Saray - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Saray is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saray is 500235. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.9 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Saray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saray
According to the 2011 Census, Saray village had a total population of 25 people, including 14 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.18%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Saray
Saray 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Singhpur Chalada | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Kanwapoh | West | 3.14 km |
| Tagari | West | 3.29 km |
| Imaliya Chanderi | South | 3.84 km |
| Lidhora Khurd | West | 4.22 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Suguruwa | West | 4.31 km |
| Barai | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Naron | South | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saray
Public transport in the Saray is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.9 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 Chanderi to Saray is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Saray is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saray
Where is Saray located?
Saray village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saray?
The Gram Panchayat of Saray is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Saray?
The pincode of Saray is 473446.
What is the population of Saray?
Saray had a total population of 25, including 14 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Saray?
Saray had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saray was 68.18%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 40.00%.