Saria - Chunar, Mirzapur
Saria is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Siriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saria is 212870. The village covers a total geographical area of 507 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Saria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saria
As per Census 2011, Saria village has a total population of 5,555 people, consisting of 2,912 males and 2,643 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 966 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,158 literate and 2,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 857 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,555 | 2,912 | 2,643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 966 | 506 | 460 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 857 | 463 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,158 | 1,898 | 1,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,397 | 1,014 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Saria
Saria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahirupur | North | 1.27 km |
| Chak Jata | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Roshanher | East | 1.82 km |
| Maghwa | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Shekhwa | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Moharpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Sonpur | North | 2.51 km |
| Hatia | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Mahuli | East | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saria
Saria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chunar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Mirzapur to Saria is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saria 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saria
Where is Saria located?
Saria village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saria?
The Gram Panchayat of Saria is Siriya.
What is the pincode of Saria?
The pincode of Saria is 231302.
What is the population of Saria?
Saria has a total population of 5,555, including 2,912 males and 2,643 females.
How many households are there in Saria?
There are 919 households in Saria.
What is the literacy rate in Saria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saria is 56.85%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 47.67%.