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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Saraon village had a total population of 962 people, including 501 males and 461 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.49%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 962 | 501 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 962, including 501 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Saraon?
Saraon had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraon was 70.49%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 55.03%.