Bawan Sarai - Nagina, Bijnor
Bawan Sarai is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Babansaray serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawan Sarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawan Sarai is 112578. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.51 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Bawan Sarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawan Sarai
As per Census 2011, Bawan Sarai village has a total population of 1,529 people, consisting of 789 males and 740 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bawan Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,529 | 789 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,141 | 576 | 565 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 402 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 387 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Bawan Sarai
Bawan Sarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurangabad | West | 1.41 km |
| Murad Bakshpur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Aurangjebpur Shahali | North | 2.02 km |
| Sundarwali | South | 2.21 km |
| Khokra | West | 2.85 km |
| Ghasiwala | West | 2.86 km |
| Bhajrawala Khalsa | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Lakkhiwala | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Murtajabad | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Saboowala | North-West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bawan Sarai
Public transport in the Bawan Sarai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saneh Road, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| 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 Bijnor to Bawan Sarai is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawan Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawan Sarai 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 Bawan Sarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawan Sarai 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 Bawan Sarai
Where is Bawan Sarai located?
Bawan Sarai village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bawan Sarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawan Sarai is Babansaray.
What is the pincode of Bawan Sarai?
The pincode of Bawan Sarai is 246763.
What is the population of Bawan Sarai?
Bawan Sarai has a total population of 1,529, including 789 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Bawan Sarai?
There are 271 households in Bawan Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Bawan Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawan Sarai is 43.62%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 35.81%.