Bala Saray - Mahasi, Bahraich
Bala Saray is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Bala Saraya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bala Saray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bala Saray is 171785. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.54 hectares and falls under the 271825 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bala Saray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bala Saray
As per Census 2011, Bala Saray village has a total population of 3,982 people, consisting of 2,094 males and 1,888 females. The village has 822 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 796 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,826 literate and 2,156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bala Saray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,982 | 2,094 | 1,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 422 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 418 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 1,826 | 1,128 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,156 | 966 | 1,190 |
Nearby Villages of Bala Saray
Bala Saray 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Udawapur | West | 1.87 km |
| Khasha Mohammadpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Sirjapur | South | 2.26 km |
| Lakha Baundi | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Kapurpur | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Fattepur | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Surjana | South | 2.96 km |
| Bhakala Gopalpur | East | 3.22 km |
| Khamhriyahardopatti | West | 3.64 km |
| Ram Purwa | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bala Saray
Bala Saray is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| 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 Bahraich to Bala Saray is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Bala Saray is about 22 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 Bala Saray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bala Saray 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bala Saray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bala Saray 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 Bala Saray
Where is Bala Saray located?
Bala Saray village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bala Saray?
The Gram Panchayat of Bala Saray is Bala Saraya.
What is the pincode of Bala Saray?
The pincode of Bala Saray is 271825.
What is the population of Bala Saray?
Bala Saray has a total population of 3,982, including 2,094 males and 1,888 females.
How many households are there in Bala Saray?
There are 822 households in Bala Saray.
What is the literacy rate in Bala Saray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bala Saray is 45.86%. Male literacy is 53.87% and female literacy is 36.97%.