Saraiya - Harraiya, Basti
Saraiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kungai Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraiya is 179173. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.86 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Saraiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Saraiya village had a total population of 252 people, including 124 males and 128 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.41%, with male literacy at 91.15% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 124 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Saraiya
Saraiya 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 Saraiya
Saraiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saraiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Saraiya 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 Saraiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saraiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraiya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saraiya
Where is Saraiya located?
Saraiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saraiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraiya is Kungai Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Saraiya?
The pincode of Saraiya is 272131.
What is the population of Saraiya?
Saraiya had a total population of 252, including 124 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Saraiya?
Saraiya had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraiya was 83.41%. Male literacy was 91.15% and female literacy was 75.86%.