Saurai - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Saurai is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Saurai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurai is 458247. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.13 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saurai
According to the 2011 Census, Saurai village had a total population of 944 people, including 504 males and 440 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.00%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 56.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 586.
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 | 944 | 504 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 309 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 335 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 169 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Saurai
Saurai 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 Saurai
Saurai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghuwara to Saurai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Saurai is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurai 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 Saurai
Where is Saurai located?
Saurai village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saurai?
Saurai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saurai?
The pincode of Saurai is 471313.
What is the population of Saurai?
Saurai had a total population of 944, including 504 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Saurai?
Saurai had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurai was 67.00%. Male literacy was 76.14% and female literacy was 56.01%.