Sarasawati - Lonar, Buldhana
Sarasawati is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Lonar and around 103 km from Buldana. Saraswati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarasawati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasawati is 529560. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.35 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sarasawati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasawati
As per Census 2011, Sarasawati village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 903 males and 834 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarasawati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,737 | 903 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 124 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 131 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 703 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 200 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasawati
Sarasawati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matmal | West | 2.41 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Kinhi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Koyali | North | 3.91 km |
| Shindi | West | 4.67 km |
| Somthana | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Tambola | West | 5.66 km |
| Tandulwadi | North | 5.70 km |
| Karegaon | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Shara | North-East | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarasawati
Sarasawati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradgaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonar to Sarasawati is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Sarasawati is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasawati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasawati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasawati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasawati 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarasawati
Where is Sarasawati located?
Sarasawati village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasawati?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarasawati is Saraswati.
What is the pincode of Sarasawati?
The pincode of Sarasawati is 443302.
What is the population of Sarasawati?
Sarasawati has a total population of 1,737, including 903 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Sarasawati?
There are 386 households in Sarasawati.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasawati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasawati is 70.64%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 62.83%.