Saharua - Shahabad, Hardoi
Saharua is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Saharua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharua is 139281. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.83 hectares and falls under the 241406 pincode. Hardoi is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Saharua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saharua
As per Census 2011, Saharua village has a total population of 1,406 people, consisting of 736 males and 670 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saharua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 736 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 419 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 485 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 251 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Saharua
Saharua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pistia | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Kusuma | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Setha | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Parsai | South | 2.65 km |
| Kumharua | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Para | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Manjhila | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Semrawan | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Bhogipur Grant | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Basbheria | North | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saharua
Saharua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakhnauria, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hardoi to Saharua is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Saharua is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saharua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saharua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saharua
Where is Saharua located?
Saharua village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharua?
Saharua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saharua?
The pincode of Saharua is 241406.
What is the population of Saharua?
Saharua has a total population of 1,406, including 736 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Saharua?
There are 264 households in Saharua.
What is the literacy rate in Saharua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharua is 56.83%. Male literacy is 65.90% and female literacy is 46.87%.