Sarraiya - Faizabad, Ayodhya
Sarraiya is a village situated in the Faizabad tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Faizabad and around 45 km from Faizabad. Saraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarraiya is 166515. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.58 hectares and falls under the 224001 pincode. Faizabad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sarraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goshainganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarraiya
As per Census 2011, Sarraiya village has a total population of 4,317 people, consisting of 2,196 males and 2,121 females. The village has 709 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,786 literate and 1,531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarraiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,317 | 2,196 | 2,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 296 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,204 | 608 | 596 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,578 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 618 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Sarraiya
Sarraiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Depur Daudpur | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Manpur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Kadipur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Samda | South | 2.07 km |
| Gohaniya | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Mana Para | North | 2.22 km |
| Pakraila | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Kaurilla | North | 2.92 km |
| Rampur Baihari | North-West | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarraiya
Sarraiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goshainganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizabad to Sarraiya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarraiya 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 Sarraiya
Where is Sarraiya located?
Sarraiya village is located in Faizabad Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarraiya is Saraiya.
What is the pincode of Sarraiya?
The pincode of Sarraiya is 224001.
What is the population of Sarraiya?
Sarraiya has a total population of 4,317, including 2,196 males and 2,121 females.
How many households are there in Sarraiya?
There are 709 households in Sarraiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sarraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarraiya is 64.54%. Male literacy is 71.86% and female literacy is 56.95%.