Sarasiya - Dhari, Amreli
Sarasiya is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Sarasiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasiya is 515726. The village covers a total geographical area of 6027.44 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sarasiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasiya
As per Census 2011, Sarasiya village has a total population of 4,960 people, consisting of 2,539 males and 2,421 females. The village has 1,044 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,332 literate and 1,628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 805 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarasiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,960 | 2,539 | 2,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 292 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 805 | 423 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 3,332 | 1,878 | 1,454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,628 | 661 | 967 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasiya
Sarasiya 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 Sarasiya
Sarasiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Sarasiya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Sarasiya is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarasiya
Where is Sarasiya located?
Sarasiya village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasiya?
Sarasiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarasiya?
The pincode of Sarasiya is 365640.
What is the population of Sarasiya?
Sarasiya has a total population of 4,960, including 2,539 males and 2,421 females.
How many households are there in Sarasiya?
There are 1,044 households in Sarasiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasiya is 67.18%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 60.06%.