Sarsela - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Sarsela is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Mithakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarsela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsela is 500249. The village covers a total geographical area of 855.48 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sarsela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsela
According to the 2011 Census, Sarsela village had a total population of 899 people, including 464 males and 435 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.07%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 32.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 899 | 464 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 245 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 219 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsela
Sarsela is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitha Kheda | South | 2.20 km |
| Ghosi Dhana | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Arron | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Chakeri | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Pachmahuwa | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Karmai | North | 3.71 km |
| Kadrana | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Beegha | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Bheelari | West | 4.88 km |
| Dungasara | North-West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarsela. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 134.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanderi to Sarsela is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Sarsela is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarsela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarsela
Where is Sarsela located?
Sarsela village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarsela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarsela is Mithakheda.
What is the pincode of Sarsela?
The pincode of Sarsela is 473446.
What is the population of Sarsela?
Sarsela had a total population of 899, including 464 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Sarsela?
Sarsela had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsela was 50.07%. Male literacy was 66.04% and female literacy was 32.44%.