Sarai Khas - Utraula, Balrampur
Sarai Khas is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Sarai Khas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Khas is 174098. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.68 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sarai Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai Khas
As per Census 2011, Sarai Khas village has a total population of 4,265 people, consisting of 2,159 males and 2,106 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,914 literate and 2,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 501 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,265 | 2,159 | 2,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 378 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 240 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,914 | 1,166 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,351 | 993 | 1,358 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Khas
Sarai Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhitaloopur | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Kanchhar Ashrafpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Naya Nager | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Sahjaura | South | 2.01 km |
| Boodhi Pur | North | 2.06 km |
| Dataloopur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Jakhauli | East | 2.38 km |
| Ghoghra | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Bairia Surjanpur | West | 2.98 km |
| Nathaipur Kunwar | South | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarai Khas
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarai Khas. The nearest railway station is Lakhpat Nagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Utraula to Sarai Khas is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Sarai Khas is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarai Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarai Khas
Where is Sarai Khas located?
Sarai Khas village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Khas?
Sarai Khas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarai Khas?
The pincode of Sarai Khas is 271306.
What is the population of Sarai Khas?
Sarai Khas has a total population of 4,265, including 2,159 males and 2,106 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Khas?
There are 752 households in Sarai Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Khas is 44.88%. Male literacy is 54.01% and female literacy is 35.52%.