Sarai Rustam - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Sarai Rustam is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Lauh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Rustam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Rustam is 201249. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.59 hectares and falls under the 222143 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Sarai Rustam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai Rustam
As per Census 2011, Sarai Rustam village has a total population of 2,481 people, consisting of 1,332 males and 1,149 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,774 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai Rustam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,481 | 1,332 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 378 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,774 | 1,052 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 280 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Rustam
Sarai Rustam 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 Sarai Rustam
Sarai Rustam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sarai Rustam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Sarai Rustam is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Sarai Rustam is about 52 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 Sarai Rustam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Rustam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai Rustam
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 Rustam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarai Rustam
Where is Sarai Rustam located?
Sarai Rustam village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Rustam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Rustam is Lauh.
What is the pincode of Sarai Rustam?
The pincode of Sarai Rustam is 222143.
What is the population of Sarai Rustam?
Sarai Rustam has a total population of 2,481, including 1,332 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Rustam?
There are 400 households in Sarai Rustam.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Rustam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Rustam is 71.50%. Male literacy is 78.98% and female literacy is 62.84%.