Saraiya - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Saraiya is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Sabitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraiya is 167727. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.66 hectares and falls under the 224181 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Saraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Saraiya village had a total population of 18 people, including 10 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Saraiya
Saraiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beni Chaq | South | 0.41 km |
| Chak Eqyawan | West | 0.47 km |
| Durgai Pur | South-West | 0.61 km |
| Runawe | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Mujaffar Pur | West | 0.92 km |
| Umrauna | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Tarauna Bansgaun | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Bharauli | West | 1.33 km |
| Mundiyari | North | 1.68 km |
| Katya Janesari | East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saraiya. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| 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 Mahrajganj to Saraiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Saraiya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraiya 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 Saraiya
Where is Saraiya located?
Saraiya village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraiya is Sabitpur.
What is the pincode of Saraiya?
The pincode of Saraiya is 224181.
What is the population of Saraiya?
Saraiya had a total population of 18, including 10 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Saraiya?
Saraiya had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraiya was 64.29%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 33.33%.