Sarisha
Sarisha is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 36.2km away from district headquarter Sarisha. Sarisha is the sub-district headquarter of Sarisha village. As per 2009 stats, Sarisa is the gram panchayat of Sarisha village.
Here you can discover what makes Sarisha unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas 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 334481. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Sarisha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarisha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarisha
Population of Sarisha
According to the 2011 Census, Sarisha has a total population of about 3,883, with approximately 1,955 males and 1,928 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 428 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.32%, with male literacy at about 83.68% and female literacy near 76.92%. There are around 929 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 | 3,883 | 1,955 | 1,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 161 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 220 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,119 | 1,636 | 1,483 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 319 | 445 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarisha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarisha is Sarisa (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 743368, 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 3,883, with 1,955 males and 1,928 females.
- How many households are there in Sarisha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarisha village has a total of 929 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarisha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarisha is 80.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 76.92%.