Sarkaura - Mahroni, Lalitpur
Sarkaura is a village situated in the Mahroni tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahroni and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Sarkaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkaura is 153424. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.58 hectares and falls under the 284405 pincode. Lalitpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sarkaura 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 Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkaura
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkaura village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 583 males and 532 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.02%, with male literacy at 56.89% and female literacy at 35.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 429, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,115 | 583 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 82 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 228 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 285 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 298 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkaura
Sarkaura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sarkaura
Sarkaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lalitpur to Sarkaura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Sarkaura is about 68 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 Sarkaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkaura 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 Sarkaura
Where is Sarkaura located?
Sarkaura village is located in Mahroni Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarkaura?
Sarkaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkaura?
The pincode of Sarkaura is 284405.
What is the population of Sarkaura?
Sarkaura had a total population of 1,115, including 583 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Sarkaura?
Sarkaura had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkaura was 47.02%. Male literacy was 56.89% and female literacy was 35.31%.