Sarora - Ghansaur, Seoni
Sarora is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarora is 496171. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.74 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sarora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarora
According to the 2011 Census, Sarora village had a total population of 596 people, including 294 males and 302 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 71.60% and female literacy at 62.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 332.
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 | 596 | 294 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 37 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 158 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 184 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 110 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Sarora
Sarora 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 Sarora
Public transport in the Sarora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Sarora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sarora is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarora
Where is Sarora located?
Sarora village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarora?
Sarora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarora?
The pincode of Sarora is 480999.
What is the population of Sarora?
Sarora had a total population of 596, including 294 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Sarora?
Sarora had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarora was 67.13%. Male literacy was 71.60% and female literacy was 62.45%.