Sarasgaon - Manawar, Dhar
Sarasgaon is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Amlatha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasgaon is 475713. The village covers a total geographical area of 536.59 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sarasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarasgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sarasgaon village had a total population of 679 people, including 342 males and 337 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.32%, with male literacy at 64.06% and female literacy at 46.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 565.
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 | 679 | 342 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 283 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 180 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 162 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasgaon
Sarasgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpura | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Kothada | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Amlatha | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Dagadpura | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Ratwa | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Kishanpur Khedi | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Tawalai Khurd | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Jetapur | West | 3.31 km |
| Jhirvi | North | 3.51 km |
| Nalwai | South | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarasgaon
Sarasgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Sarasgaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Sarasgaon is about 92 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 Sarasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasgaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sarasgaon
Where is Sarasgaon located?
Sarasgaon village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarasgaon is Amlatha.
What is the pincode of Sarasgaon?
The pincode of Sarasgaon is 454446.
What is the population of Sarasgaon?
Sarasgaon had a total population of 679, including 342 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sarasgaon?
Sarasgaon had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasgaon was 55.32%. Male literacy was 64.06% and female literacy was 46.35%.