Sarsala - Kareli, Narsimhapur
Sarsala is a village situated in the Kareli tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kareli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Sarsala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsala is 491306. The village covers a total geographical area of 1376 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sarsala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsingpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsala
As per Census 2011, Sarsala village has a total population of 1,422 people, consisting of 754 males and 668 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 754 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 529 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 225 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsala
Sarsala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhi | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Pithehara (bandhi) | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Kerpani [narmadaghat] | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Barurewa (murgakheda) | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Bildha | East | 4.26 km |
| Samnapur [deori] | West | 4.34 km |
| Rampura | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Gararu | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Mehguwan | South | 5.08 km |
| Bamhori | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsala
Sarsala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narsinghpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 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 Kareli to Sarsala is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Sarsala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarsala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarsala
Where is Sarsala located?
Sarsala village is located in Kareli Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsala?
Sarsala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsala?
The pincode of Sarsala is 487001.
What is the population of Sarsala?
Sarsala has a total population of 1,422, including 754 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Sarsala?
There are 403 households in Sarsala.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsala is 63.08%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 55.09%.