Sarsanda - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Sarsanda is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Sarsanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsanda is 164217. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.6 hectares and falls under the 225205 pincode. Suratgang is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sarsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsanda
As per Census 2011, Sarsanda village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 468 males and 366 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 782 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 468 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 266 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 202 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsanda
Sarsanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raikolwa | East | 1.25 km |
| Kanchnapur | North | 1.30 km |
| Gwahdeeh | West | 1.66 km |
| Udhiya | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Akhari | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Khujhi | North | 2.71 km |
| Jamka | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Batnera | South | 2.72 km |
| Puranpur | East | 3.06 km |
| Majhigawan | South-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsanda
Sarsanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sundhiamau, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suratgang to Sarsanda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Sarsanda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsanda 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 Sarsanda
Where is Sarsanda located?
Sarsanda village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsanda?
Sarsanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsanda?
The pincode of Sarsanda is 225205.
What is the population of Sarsanda?
Sarsanda has a total population of 834, including 468 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Sarsanda?
There are 175 households in Sarsanda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsanda is 50.36%. Male literacy is 56.84% and female literacy is 42.08%.