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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarsenda village had a total population of 3,339 people, including 1,756 males and 1,583 females, living in 613 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 56.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,396.
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 | 3,339 | 1,756 | 1,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 193 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,396 | 727 | 669 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,339, including 1,756 males and 1,583 females.
How many households are there in Sarsenda?
Sarsenda had 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarsenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarsenda was 73.28%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 56.57%.