Sarai - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Sarai is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 038463. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 140119 pincode. Anandpur Sahib 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 Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai
As per Census 2011, Sarai village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 359 males and 368 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 359 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 283 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 76 | 137 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sarai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Sarai is about 25 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 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 Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar 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 140119.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai has a total population of 727, including 359 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
There are 124 households in Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai is 70.70%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 62.77%.