Sarsenda - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Sarsenda is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Sarsenda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarsenda is 152440. The village covers a total geographical area of 1244.91 hectares and falls under the 284202 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sarsenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarsenda
As per Census 2011, Sarsenda village has a total population of 3,339 people, consisting of 1,756 males and 1,583 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,161 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarsenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,339 | 1,756 | 1,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 193 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,396 | 727 | 669 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,377 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 379 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Sarsenda
Sarsenda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pureniya | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Semri | North | 2.75 km |
| Indi | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Atarsuwan | West | 3.26 km |
| Arjara | East | 3.48 km |
| Seriya | West | 3.82 km |
| Baraura | South | 4.09 km |
| Khidar Pura | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Jori | North | 4.44 km |
| Bhadokhar | South | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarsenda
Sarsenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhansi to Sarsenda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Sarsenda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarsenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarsenda 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 Sarsenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarsenda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarsenda
Where is Sarsenda located?
Sarsenda village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarsenda?
Sarsenda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarsenda?
The pincode of Sarsenda is 284202.
What is the population of Sarsenda?
Sarsenda has a total population of 3,339, including 1,756 males and 1,583 females.
How many households are there in Sarsenda?
There are 613 households in Sarsenda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsenda is 64.72%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 49.53%.