Saraya Tiwari - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Saraya Tiwari is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Saraya Tiwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraya Tiwari is 186867. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.66 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Saraya Tiwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraya Tiwari
As per Census 2011, Saraya Tiwari village has a total population of 3,657 people, consisting of 1,921 males and 1,736 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,351 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraya Tiwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,657 | 1,921 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 257 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,789 | 933 | 856 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,351 | 1,368 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 553 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Saraya Tiwari
Saraya Tiwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardi Urf Jitbankat | East | 0.74 km |
| Baniyapar | South | 0.77 km |
| Dohariya Bargah | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Sujanipur | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Raksowra | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Singara Choweb | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Khotha | East | 1.25 km |
| Kharhari | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Samariya | West | 1.28 km |
| Matiyariya | South-East | 1.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraya Tiwari
Saraya Tiwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagatbela, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 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 Gorakhpur to Saraya Tiwari is about 21 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 Saraya Tiwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraya Tiwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraya Tiwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraya Tiwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraya Tiwari
Where is Saraya Tiwari located?
Saraya Tiwari village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraya Tiwari?
Saraya Tiwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saraya Tiwari?
The pincode of Saraya Tiwari is 273212.
What is the population of Saraya Tiwari?
Saraya Tiwari has a total population of 3,657, including 1,921 males and 1,736 females.
How many households are there in Saraya Tiwari?
There are 564 households in Saraya Tiwari.
What is the literacy rate in Saraya Tiwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraya Tiwari is 64.29%. Male literacy is 71.21% and female literacy is 56.62%.