Sensowa - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Sensowa is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rudrasagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sensowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sensowa is 292620. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.55 hectares and falls under the 785666 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sensowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sensowa
According to the 2011 Census, Sensowa village had a total population of 946 people, including 478 males and 468 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.73%, with male literacy at 97.86% and female literacy at 93.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 478 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 232 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 412 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 66 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Sensowa
Sensowa 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 Sensowa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sensowa. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sensowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Sensowa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Sensowa is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sensowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sensowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sensowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sensowa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sensowa
Where is Sensowa located?
Sensowa village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sensowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sensowa is Rudrasagar.
What is the pincode of Sensowa?
The pincode of Sensowa is 785666.
What is the population of Sensowa?
Sensowa had a total population of 946, including 478 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Sensowa?
Sensowa had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sensowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sensowa was 95.73%. Male literacy was 97.86% and female literacy was 93.62%.