Sarisha
Sarisha is a village located in Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Keshiary are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sarisha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Santrapur is the gram panchayat of Sarisha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarisha unique in its vibrant Keshiary-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sarisha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarisha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarisha is 343641. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721133. Kharagpur is nearest town to Sarisha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Sarisha
Population of Sarisha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarisha has a total population of about 510, with approximately 260 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 312. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.29%, with male literacy at about 58.85% and female literacy near 51.60%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarisha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 260 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 159 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 153 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 107 | 121 |
Connectivity of Sarisha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarisha. As per the 2011 stats, Sarisha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarisha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarisha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarisha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarisha
- Where is Sarisha located?
- Sarisha village is situated in Keshiary Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarisha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarisha is Santrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarisha?
- The pincode of Sarisha is 721133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarisha is 510, with 260 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Sarisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarisha village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarisha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarisha is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 58.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.60%.