Sarra - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Sarra is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Sarra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarra is 490585. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.38 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarra
As per Census 2011, Sarra village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 379 males and 361 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 379 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 28 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 307 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 72 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Sarra
Sarra 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 Sarra
Sarra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sarra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Sarra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Sarra is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarra
Where is Sarra located?
Sarra village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarra?
Sarra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarra?
The pincode of Sarra is 487118.
What is the population of Sarra?
Sarra has a total population of 740, including 379 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Sarra?
There are 205 households in Sarra.
What is the literacy rate in Sarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarra is 68.92%. Male literacy is 81.00% and female literacy is 56.23%.