Sensuwa - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Sensuwa is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Chaulkara serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Sensuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sensuwa is 292669. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.32 hectares and falls under the 785667 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sensuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Sensuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sensuwa village had a total population of 843 people, including 397 males and 446 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.94%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 87.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 843 | 397 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 33 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 343 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 54 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Sensuwa
Sensuwa 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 Sensuwa
Public transport in the Sensuwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sensuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sensuwa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Sensuwa is about 7 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 Sensuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sensuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sensuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sensuwa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sensuwa
Where is Sensuwa located?
Sensuwa village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Sensuwa?
The Gaon Panchayat of Sensuwa is Chaulkara.
What is the pincode of Sensuwa?
The pincode of Sensuwa is 785667.
What is the population of Sensuwa?
Sensuwa had a total population of 843, including 397 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Sensuwa?
Sensuwa had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sensuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sensuwa was 90.94%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 87.94%.