Saray - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Saray is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Saray village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saray is 150633. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.1 hectares and falls under the 209209 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Saray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saray
According to the 2011 Census, Saray village had a total population of 1,013 people, including 556 males and 457 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 64.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398.
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 | 1,013 | 556 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 217 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 421 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 135 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Saray
Saray 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Satarhuli | East | 1.35 km |
| Siroh | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Hirni | West | 2.37 km |
| Bhadevna | South | 2.66 km |
| Padri Lalpur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Chhanja | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Bhelsa | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Dharampur Ghatampur | North | 3.17 km |
| Kandhara | East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saray
Saray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Saray is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Saray is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saray
Where is Saray located?
Saray village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saray?
Saray is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saray?
The pincode of Saray is 209209.
What is the population of Saray?
Saray had a total population of 1,013, including 556 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Saray?
Saray had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saray was 75.64%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 64.11%.