Saharawala - Nagina, Bijnor
Saharawala is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Shahnagarkurali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharawala is 113091. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.1 hectares and falls under the 246724 pincode. Dhampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Saharawala 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 Saharawala
As per Census 2011, Saharawala village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 263 males and 237 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saharawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 263 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 164 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 99 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Saharawala
Saharawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar Gosai | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Narpatpur | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Garhi Mukand | North | 1.57 km |
| Alinagar | West | 1.62 km |
| Madpuri | East | 1.82 km |
| Prempuri | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Aurangpur | North | 2.32 km |
| Gadhi Alif Khan | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Sau Khandpur | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Garhi Madhosingh | North | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saharawala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saharawala. The nearest railway station is Nagina, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhampur to Saharawala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Saharawala is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saharawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saharawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharawala 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 Saharawala
Where is Saharawala located?
Saharawala village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharawala is Shahnagarkurali.
What is the pincode of Saharawala?
The pincode of Saharawala is 246724.
What is the population of Saharawala?
Saharawala has a total population of 500, including 263 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Saharawala?
There are 91 households in Saharawala.
What is the literacy rate in Saharawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharawala is 55.00%. Male literacy is 62.36% and female literacy is 46.84%.