Sarai - Hardwar, Haridwar
Sarai is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Hardwar and around 13 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 056703. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.73 hectares and falls under the 249404 pincode. Hardwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai
As per Census 2011, Sarai village has a total population of 8,037 people, consisting of 4,260 males and 3,777 females. The village has 1,369 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,187 literate and 3,850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,729 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,037 | 4,260 | 3,777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,362 | 744 | 618 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,729 | 919 | 810 |
| Literate Population | 4,187 | 2,433 | 1,754 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,850 | 1,827 | 2,023 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai
Sarai 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 Sarai
Sarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sarai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hardwar to Sarai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Sarai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarai
Where is Sarai located?
Sarai village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai?
Sarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarai?
The pincode of Sarai is 249404.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai has a total population of 8,037, including 4,260 males and 3,777 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
There are 1,369 households in Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai is 52.10%. Male literacy is 57.11% and female literacy is 46.44%.