sarju

Sarju, also transliterated as Sarayu, is a name used for a river in the northern Indian subcontinent. In Hindu tradition, the Sarayu River is considered sacred; the city of Ayodhya is traditionally described as lying on its banks, and the river figures prominently in epic narratives such as the Ramayana.

Geographically, the Sarju River is associated with the upper Himalayan region and flows into the northern plains, where it is part of the larger river system that ultimately drains into the Ganges via the Ghaghara. The river is referenced in regional geography and local hydrography as part of the broader Ganges watershed.

Beyond geography, Sarju is also used as a given name in parts of India and Nepal. The term may appear in place names or cultural references as well, reflecting its historical and religious associations.