Sarsaini - Joura, Morena
Sarsaini is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Sarsaini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsaini is 452312. The village covers a total geographical area of 1573 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarsaini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsaini
As per Census 2011, Sarsaini village has a total population of 4,146 people, consisting of 2,224 males and 1,922 females. The village has 852 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,878 literate and 1,268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsaini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,146 | 2,224 | 1,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 303 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 111 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 2,878 | 1,726 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,268 | 498 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsaini
Sarsaini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukhpura | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bindwa Deogarh | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Dhanawali | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Tajpur | West | 2.93 km |
| Gangoli | North | 3.54 km |
| Dadanpur | East | 3.58 km |
| Khitora | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Mahaban | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Tilaua | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Kharika | South | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsaini
Sarsaini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikroda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Sarsaini is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Sarsaini is about 35 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 Sarsaini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsaini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarsaini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsaini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarsaini
Where is Sarsaini located?
Sarsaini village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsaini?
Sarsaini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsaini?
The pincode of Sarsaini is 476221.
What is the population of Sarsaini?
Sarsaini has a total population of 4,146, including 2,224 males and 1,922 females.
How many households are there in Sarsaini?
There are 852 households in Sarsaini.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsaini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsaini is 69.42%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 59.94%.