Saura - Handia, Prayagraj
Saura is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Handia and around 50 km from Allahabad. Soron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saura is 162535. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.63 hectares and falls under the 221508 pincode.
Saura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saura
According to the 2011 Census, Saura village had a total population of 6,171 people, including 3,291 males and 2,880 females, living in 1,048 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.05%, with male literacy at 80.66% and female literacy at 56.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,625.
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 | 6,171 | 3,291 | 2,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 966 | 546 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,625 | 880 | 745 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,594 | 2,214 | 1,380 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,577 | 1,077 | 1,500 |
Nearby Villages of Saura
Saura 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 Saura
Saura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Saura 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 Allahabad to Saura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saura 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saura
Where is Saura located?
Saura village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saura?
The Gram Panchayat of Saura is Soron.
What is the pincode of Saura?
The pincode of Saura is 221508.
What is the population of Saura?
Saura had a total population of 6,171, including 3,291 males and 2,880 females.
How many households are there in Saura?
Saura had 1,048 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saura was 69.05%. Male literacy was 80.66% and female literacy was 56.10%.