Saray - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Saray is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Varanasi and around 10 km from Varanasi. Saraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saray is 209014. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.86 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saray
As per Census 2011, Saray village has a total population of 1,542 people, consisting of 810 males and 732 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,542 | 810 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 124 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 117 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 635 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 175 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Saray
Saray 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 Saray
Saray is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Saray has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Varanasi to Saray is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saray 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saray
Where is Saray located?
Saray village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saray?
The Gram Panchayat of Saray is Saraiya.
What is the pincode of Saray?
The pincode of Saray is 221002.
What is the population of Saray?
Saray has a total population of 1,542, including 810 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Saray?
There are 207 households in Saray.
What is the literacy rate in Saray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saray is 66.34%. Male literacy is 78.40% and female literacy is 53.01%.