Sarsai - Visavadar, Junagadh
Sarsai is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sarsai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsai is 514623. The village covers a total geographical area of 2563.61 hectares and falls under the 362120 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sarsai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsai
As per Census 2011, Sarsai village has a total population of 5,162 people, consisting of 2,661 males and 2,501 females. The village has 1,084 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,564 literate and 1,598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,162 | 2,661 | 2,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 241 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,564 | 2,032 | 1,532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,598 | 629 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsai
Sarsai 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 Sarsai
Sarsai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarsai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Sarsai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sarsai is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarsai
Where is Sarsai located?
Sarsai village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsai?
Sarsai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsai?
The pincode of Sarsai is 362120.
What is the population of Sarsai?
Sarsai has a total population of 5,162, including 2,661 males and 2,501 females.
How many households are there in Sarsai?
There are 1,084 households in Sarsai.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsai is 69.04%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 61.26%.