Sarana - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Sarana is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sarana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarana is 480173. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.5 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sarana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarana
According to the 2011 Census, Sarana village had a total population of 956 people, including 502 males and 454 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.67%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 55.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 956 | 502 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 346 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 156 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Sarana
Sarana 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 Sarana
Sarana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Sarana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Sarana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarana 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarana 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 Sarana
Where is Sarana located?
Sarana village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarana?
Sarana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarana?
The pincode of Sarana is 465669.
What is the population of Sarana?
Sarana had a total population of 956, including 502 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Sarana?
Sarana had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarana was 69.67%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 55.87%.