Sarsi - Jaora, Ratlam
Sarsi is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sarsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsi is 470207. The village covers a total geographical area of 1232.29 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sarsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsi
As per Census 2011, Sarsi village has a total population of 3,041 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,505 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,300 literate and 741 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 447 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,041 | 1,536 | 1,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 212 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 447 | 235 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 2,300 | 1,287 | 1,013 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 249 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsi
Sarsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patakhedi | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Kerwasa | North | 2.81 km |
| Khima Khedi | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Dodiyana | East | 3.12 km |
| Gunawad | South | 3.52 km |
| Khokhra | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Halduni | West | 4.27 km |
| Rughnathgarh | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Rewas | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Sikhedi | South-West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsi
Sarsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brayla Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Sarsi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Sarsi 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 Sarsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsi 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 Sarsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsi 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 Sarsi
Where is Sarsi located?
Sarsi village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsi?
Sarsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsi?
The pincode of Sarsi is 457226.
What is the population of Sarsi?
Sarsi has a total population of 3,041, including 1,536 males and 1,505 females.
How many households are there in Sarsi?
There are 583 households in Sarsi.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsi is 75.63%. Male literacy is 83.79% and female literacy is 67.31%.