Sarosa - Misrikh, Sitapur
Sarosa is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Sarosa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarosa is 136899. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.06 hectares and falls under the 261403 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sarosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maholi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhaurahra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarosa
As per Census 2011, Sarosa village has a total population of 1,901 people, consisting of 1,059 males and 842 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 795 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 962 literate and 939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 879 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,901 | 1,059 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 195 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 482 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 626 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 433 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Sarosa
Sarosa 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 Sarosa
Sarosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarosa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Sarosa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Sarosa is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarosa
Where is Sarosa located?
Sarosa village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarosa?
Sarosa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarosa?
The pincode of Sarosa is 261403.
What is the population of Sarosa?
Sarosa has a total population of 1,901, including 1,059 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Sarosa?
There are 344 households in Sarosa.
What is the literacy rate in Sarosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarosa is 50.60%. Male literacy is 59.11% and female literacy is 39.90%.