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
According to the 2011 Census, Saharua village had a total population of 1,406 people, including 736 males and 670 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.23%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 56.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 806.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 736 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 419 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,406, including 736 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Saharua?
Saharua had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saharua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saharua was 68.23%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 56.88%.