Sarsoonda - Sarwar, Ajmer
Sarsoonda is a village situated in the Sarwar tehsil of Ajmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarwar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Ajmer. Syar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarsoonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsoonda is 092348. The village covers a total geographical area of 1062.36 hectares and falls under the 305412 pincode. Sarwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarsoonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarsoonda
As per Census 2011, Sarsoonda village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 776 males and 739 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsoonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 776 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 276 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 466 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 310 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsoonda
Sarsoonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatipura | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Balapura | North | 2.36 km |
| Gordhanpura | South | 2.60 km |
| Fatehgarh | West | 3.48 km |
| Syar | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Sameliya | South | 4.11 km |
| Chandolai | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Sompura | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Dhanma | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Indrapura | West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsoonda
Sarsoonda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bandanwara, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sarwar to Sarsoonda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ajmer to Sarsoonda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsoonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsoonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarsoonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsoonda 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 Sarsoonda
Where is Sarsoonda located?
Sarsoonda village is located in Sarwar Tehsil, Ajmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsoonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarsoonda is Syar.
What is the pincode of Sarsoonda?
The pincode of Sarsoonda is 305412.
What is the population of Sarsoonda?
Sarsoonda has a total population of 1,515, including 776 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Sarsoonda?
There are 274 households in Sarsoonda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsoonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsoonda is 43.50%. Male literacy is 60.05% and female literacy is 26.12%.