Sainta - Safipur, Unnao
Sainta is a village situated in the Safipur tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Safipur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Sainta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainta is 141449. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.4 hectares and falls under the 209871 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sainta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangarmau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainta
As per Census 2011, Sainta village has a total population of 6,136 people, consisting of 3,226 males and 2,910 females. The village has 954 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,015 literate and 4,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,136 | 3,226 | 2,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,118 | 589 | 529 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,650 | 883 | 767 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,290 | 725 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,121 | 1,936 | 2,185 |
Nearby Villages of Sainta
Sainta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Julfikarpur | South-West | 0.61 km |
| Sakurabad | North | 0.74 km |
| Patti Usman | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Husen Nager Patti Parasram | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Firoj Pur Khurd | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Patti Hameed | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Pataoli | North | 1.91 km |
| Patti Makhan | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Matlab Pur | South | 2.17 km |
| Khevrai | East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sainta
Sainta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ugu, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Unnao to Sainta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Unnao to Sainta is about 28 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 Sainta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sainta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainta 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sainta
Where is Sainta located?
Sainta village is located in Safipur Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainta?
Sainta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sainta?
The pincode of Sainta is 209871.
What is the population of Sainta?
Sainta has a total population of 6,136, including 3,226 males and 2,910 females.
How many households are there in Sainta?
There are 954 households in Sainta.
What is the literacy rate in Sainta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainta is 32.84%. Male literacy is 39.99% and female literacy is 24.91%.