Sarawan - Laharpur, Sitapur
Sarawan is a village situated in the Laharpur tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laharpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Sarawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarawan is 137803. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.49 hectares and falls under the 261135 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sarawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarawan
As per Census 2011, Sarawan village has a total population of 4,522 people, consisting of 2,389 males and 2,133 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,880 literate and 2,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,522 | 2,389 | 2,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 427 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,446 | 1,284 | 1,162 |
| Literate Population | 1,880 | 1,188 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,642 | 1,201 | 1,441 |
Nearby Villages of Sarawan
Sarawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur Saravan | South | 2.05 km |
| Revada | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Udnapur Kalan | East | 2.48 km |
| Pakriya Dhapupur | West | 2.53 km |
| Khijarapur | North | 2.74 km |
| Kaimhara | East | 2.90 km |
| Ram Nagar | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Tenduwa | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Baniyani | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Firojpur Gadsari | North-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarawan
Sarawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jharekapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Sarawan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarawan 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 Sarawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarawan
Where is Sarawan located?
Sarawan village is located in Laharpur Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarawan?
Sarawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarawan?
The pincode of Sarawan is 261135.
What is the population of Sarawan?
Sarawan has a total population of 4,522, including 2,389 males and 2,133 females.
How many households are there in Sarawan?
There are 874 households in Sarawan.
What is the literacy rate in Sarawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarawan is 41.57%. Male literacy is 49.73% and female literacy is 32.44%.