Sarai - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Sarai is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 037757. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 143116 pincode. Jandiala is the nearest town.
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 Majitha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai
As per Census 2011, Sarai village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 251 males and 242 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 251 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 191 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 60 | 75 |
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
Public transport in the Sarai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Amritsar to Sarai 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Sarai
Where is Sarai located?
Sarai village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, 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 143116.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai has a total population of 493, including 251 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
There are 86 households in Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai is 72.62%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 69.01%.