Saraitilochan - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Saraitilochan is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Saraitilochan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraitilochan is 195994. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.2 hectares and falls under the 276126 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saraitilochan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saraitilochan
As per Census 2011, Saraitilochan village has a total population of 3,193 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,593 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,949 literate and 1,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 537 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraitilochan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,600 | 1,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 254 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 262 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,949 | 1,130 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,244 | 470 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Saraitilochan
Saraitilochan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhansipur | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Faridpur | North | 0.82 km |
| Raypur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Naseerpur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Bansgaon | East | 1.30 km |
| Usama Patti | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Bhadavar | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Majith Durjan | North | 1.47 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Patti | West | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraitilochan
Public transport in the Saraitilochan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhanian, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Saraitilochan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Saraitilochan is about 35 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 Saraitilochan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraitilochan 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 Saraitilochan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraitilochan 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 Saraitilochan
Where is Saraitilochan located?
Saraitilochan village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraitilochan?
Saraitilochan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraitilochan?
The pincode of Saraitilochan is 276126.
What is the population of Saraitilochan?
Saraitilochan has a total population of 3,193, including 1,600 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Saraitilochan?
There are 440 households in Saraitilochan.
What is the literacy rate in Saraitilochan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraitilochan is 61.04%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 51.41%.