Sarai - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Sarai is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 206871. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.5 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai
As per Census 2011, Sarai village has a total population of 2,858 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 1,368 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 1,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,858 | 1,490 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 233 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 617 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,043 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,063 | 447 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonahula | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Khandwari | East | 1.29 km |
| Gang Barar | South | 1.40 km |
| Pura | North | 1.52 km |
| Baluwa | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Mahuwari Khas | South | 1.65 km |
| Sapsaul | West | 1.78 km |
| Singha | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Chahania | East | 2.06 km |
| Jagarnathpur | East | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarai
Sarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuchman, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Sarai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Sarai 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sarai
Where is Sarai located?
Sarai village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai?
Sarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarai?
The pincode of Sarai is 232109.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai has a total population of 2,858, including 1,490 males and 1,368 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
There are 376 households in Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai is 62.81%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 54.97%.