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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarai Rustam village had a total population of 2,481 people, including 1,332 males and 1,149 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.34%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 71.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 693.
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 | 2,481 | 1,332 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 378 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,481, including 1,332 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Rustam?
Sarai Rustam had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Rustam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Rustam was 81.34%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 71.77%.