Sarai
Sarai is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.9km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sarai village. As per 2009 stats, Birghoi is the gram panchayat of Sarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarai unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sarai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarai is 309773. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733123. Raiganj is nearest town to Sarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sarai village comes under Raiganj assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sarai
Population of Sarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sarai has a total population of about 1,269, with approximately 665 males and 604 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 821 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.58%, with male literacy at about 65.86% and female literacy near 46.36%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 665 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 427 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 718 | 438 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 227 | 324 |
Connectivity of Sarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarai. As per the 2011 stats, Sarai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarai
- Where is Sarai located?
- Sarai village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarai is Birghoi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarai?
- The pincode of Sarai is 733123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarai is 1,269, with 665 males and 604 females.
- How many households are there in Sarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarai village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarai is 56.58%. The male literacy rate is 65.86%, while the female literacy rate is 46.36%.