Saram - Gola, Gorakhpur
Saram is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Saram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saram is 187583. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.02 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Saram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saram
As per Census 2011, Saram village has a total population of 2,054 people, consisting of 1,056 males and 998 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,343 literate and 711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 723 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,056 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 124 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 383 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 795 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 261 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Saram
Saram 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 Saram
Saram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gorakhpur to Saram is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Saram is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saram 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saram
Where is Saram located?
Saram village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saram?
Saram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saram?
The pincode of Saram is 273407.
What is the population of Saram?
Saram has a total population of 2,054, including 1,056 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Saram?
There are 284 households in Saram.
What is the literacy rate in Saram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saram is 65.38%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 54.91%.