Saray - Dhulcot, Burhanpur
Saray is a village situated in the Dhulcot tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Nepanagar and around 45 km from Burhanpur. Saray (fv) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saray is 506414. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.69 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Nepanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saray
According to the 2011 Census, Saray village had a total population of 2,685 people, including 1,371 males and 1,314 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.54%, with male literacy at 31.21% and female literacy at 21.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,677.
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 | 2,685 | 1,371 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 650 | 336 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,677 | 1,369 | 1,308 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 323 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,145 | 1,048 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Saray
Saray 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 Saray
Saray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nepanagar to Saray is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Saray is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saray
Where is Saray located?
Saray village is located in Dhulcot Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saray?
The Gram Panchayat of Saray is Saray (fv).
What is the pincode of Saray?
The pincode of Saray is 450331.
What is the population of Saray?
Saray had a total population of 2,685, including 1,371 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Saray?
Saray had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saray was 26.54%. Male literacy was 31.21% and female literacy was 21.70%.