Sarishani - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Sarishani is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Shyampur and around 60 km from Howrah. Dingakhola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarishani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarishani is 333136. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.79 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarishani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarishani
As per Census 2011, Sarishani village has a total population of 3,061 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,519 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,238 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarishani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,061 | 1,542 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 135 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,238 | 1,201 | 1,037 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 341 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Sarishani
Sarishani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kshirish Beria | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Bhagawanpur | North | 0.91 km |
| Kamdebpur | South | 1.01 km |
| Sankardari | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Bharapura | West | 1.53 km |
| Shitalpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Kathanali | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Rameshwarpur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Goaldaha | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Sibganja | South-East | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarishani
Sarishani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Satish Samanta P.h., while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Sarishani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Sarishani is about 60 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 Sarishani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarishani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarishani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarishani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarishani
Where is Sarishani located?
Sarishani village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarishani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarishani is Dingakhola.
What is the pincode of Sarishani?
The pincode of Sarishani is 711314.
What is the population of Sarishani?
Sarishani has a total population of 3,061, including 1,542 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Sarishani?
There are 756 households in Sarishani.
What is the literacy rate in Sarishani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarishani is 73.11%. Male literacy is 77.89% and female literacy is 68.27%.