Saurana - Nakur, Saharanpur
Saurana is a village situated in the Nakur tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Saorana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saurana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurana is 109683. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.32 hectares and falls under the 247232 pincode. Sarsawa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saurana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saurana
As per Census 2011, Saurana village has a total population of 3,837 people, consisting of 1,972 males and 1,865 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,626 literate and 1,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saurana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,837 | 1,972 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 254 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,167 | 611 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 2,626 | 1,517 | 1,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 455 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Saurana
Saurana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilkhna Durvash | North | 0.90 km |
| Saroorpur Gara | South | 1.31 km |
| Bonsi | North | 1.40 km |
| Pilakhna Bakkal | East | 1.59 km |
| Sarso Heri | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Bonsa | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Rajdhan | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Govindpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Noorpur Mafi | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Pahalwanpur | North-West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saurana
Saurana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarsawa, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarsawa to Saurana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Saurana is about 12 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 Saurana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saurana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurana 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 Saurana
Where is Saurana located?
Saurana village is located in Nakur Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saurana?
The Gram Panchayat of Saurana is Saorana.
What is the pincode of Saurana?
The pincode of Saurana is 247232.
What is the population of Saurana?
Saurana has a total population of 3,837, including 1,972 males and 1,865 females.
How many households are there in Saurana?
There are 656 households in Saurana.
What is the literacy rate in Saurana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurana is 68.44%. Male literacy is 76.93% and female literacy is 59.46%.