Saraon - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Saraon is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Saranv serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraon is 176949. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.04 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Saraon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraon
As per Census 2011, Saraon village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 501 males and 461 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 501 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 578 | 359 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 142 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Saraon
Saraon 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 Saraon
Saraon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Bansi to Saraon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Saraon is about 36 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 Saraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraon
Where is Saraon located?
Saraon village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraon is Saranv.
What is the pincode of Saraon?
The pincode of Saraon is 272153.
What is the population of Saraon?
Saraon has a total population of 962, including 501 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Saraon?
There are 137 households in Saraon.
What is the literacy rate in Saraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraon is 60.08%. Male literacy is 71.66% and female literacy is 47.51%.