Purab Sarawan - Manjhanpur, Kaushambi
Purab Sarawan is a village situated in the Manjhanpur tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Manjhanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Purab Sarawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purab Sarawan is 160158. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.8 hectares and falls under the 212207 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Purab Sarawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purab Sarawan
As per Census 2011, Purab Sarawan village has a total population of 2,278 people, consisting of 1,195 males and 1,083 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 1,214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purab Sarawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,278 | 1,195 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 205 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,147 | 574 | 573 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 662 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,214 | 533 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Purab Sarawan
Purab Sarawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Sarawan | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Kumbhiyanwa | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Lougawan | West | 1.73 km |
| Ajarouli | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Alai Urf Bakshipar | North | 2.08 km |
| Sarasawan | East | 2.62 km |
| Adhaoli | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Nikhoda | South | 3.09 km |
| Manikpur | South | 3.18 km |
| Tekari | North-West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purab Sarawan
Purab Sarawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shujaatpur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Purab Sarawan is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Manjhanpur to Purab Sarawan is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purab Sarawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purab Sarawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purab Sarawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purab Sarawan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purab Sarawan
Where is Purab Sarawan located?
Purab Sarawan village is located in Manjhanpur Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purab Sarawan?
Purab Sarawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purab Sarawan?
The pincode of Purab Sarawan is 212207.
What is the population of Purab Sarawan?
Purab Sarawan has a total population of 2,278, including 1,195 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Purab Sarawan?
There are 428 households in Purab Sarawan.
What is the literacy rate in Purab Sarawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purab Sarawan is 46.71%. Male literacy is 55.40% and female literacy is 37.12%.