Sarai - Aron, Guna
Sarai is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 499724. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai
As per Census 2011, Sarai village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 464 males and 388 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 464 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 161 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 52 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 256 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 208 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai
Sarai 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 Sarai
Sarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Aron to Sarai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Sarai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarai
Where is Sarai located?
Sarai village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai?
Sarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarai?
The pincode of Sarai is 473101.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai has a total population of 852, including 464 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
There are 183 households in Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai is 46.24%. Male literacy is 55.17% and female literacy is 35.57%.