Saurha Buzurg - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Saurha Buzurg is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Saurha Buzurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurha Buzurg is 188378. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.9 hectares and falls under the 274304 pincode. Ramkola is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Saurha Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khadda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saurha Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Saurha Buzurg village has a total population of 6,752 people, consisting of 3,526 males and 3,226 females. The village has 963 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,692 literate and 3,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saurha Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,752 | 3,526 | 3,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,231 | 660 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 294 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 3,692 | 2,327 | 1,365 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,060 | 1,199 | 1,861 |
Nearby Villages of Saurha Buzurg
Saurha Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakaripar | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Khairatia Shitalpur | East | 1.49 km |
| Saurha Khurd | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Mathia Alam | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Khanu Chhapra | West | 2.27 km |
| Kalwari Patti | East | 2.46 km |
| Laukaria | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Terhi | East | 2.80 km |
| Chak Chintaman | South | 2.80 km |
| Dhir Chhapra | North-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saurha Buzurg
Saurha Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lakshmiganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramkola to Saurha Buzurg is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Saurha Buzurg is about 33 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 Saurha Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurha Buzurg 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saurha Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurha Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saurha Buzurg
Where is Saurha Buzurg located?
Saurha Buzurg village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saurha Buzurg?
Saurha Buzurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saurha Buzurg?
The pincode of Saurha Buzurg is 274304.
What is the population of Saurha Buzurg?
Saurha Buzurg has a total population of 6,752, including 3,526 males and 3,226 females.
How many households are there in Saurha Buzurg?
There are 963 households in Saurha Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Saurha Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurha Buzurg is 54.68%. Male literacy is 66.00% and female literacy is 42.31%.