Saraya - Ballia
Saraya is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Saraya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraya is 198723. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.93 hectares and falls under the 277203 pincode.
Saraya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraya
As per Census 2011, Saraya village has a total population of 3,630 people, consisting of 1,935 males and 1,695 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,338 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,630 | 1,935 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 268 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,273 | 672 | 601 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 2,338 | 1,406 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 529 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Saraya
Saraya 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 Saraya
Saraya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Saraya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Saraya is about 17 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 Saraya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saraya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraya
Where is Saraya located?
Saraya village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraya?
Saraya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraya?
The pincode of Saraya is 277203.
What is the population of Saraya?
Saraya has a total population of 3,630, including 1,935 males and 1,695 females.
How many households are there in Saraya?
There are 536 households in Saraya.
What is the literacy rate in Saraya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraya is 64.41%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 54.99%.