Sarni, India
Sarni | |
|---|---|
Town | |
Satpura Thermal Power Plant Sarni | |
| Coordinates: 22°06′14″N 78°10′23″E / 22.104°N 78.173°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Government | |
| • Constituency | Amla |
| • Administration | Municipal Council Sarni - Sarni + Pathakhera + Sobhapur Colony + Bagdona |
| Area | |
• Total | 35 km2 (14 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 450 m (1,480 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
• Total | 86,141 |
| • Density | 2,432/km2 (6,300/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | Sarni 460447, Pathakhera 460449 |
| Telephone code | 07146 |
| Vehicle registration | MP48 |
| Website | http://nagarpalikasarni.com |
Sarni is a town located in the Betul District of Madhya Pradesh. It is administered by the Municipal Council of Sarni, which oversees the four contiguous settlements of Sarni, Pathakhera, Shobhapur Colony and Bagdona.
The town is known for its industry, but also its natural beauty, with the Tawa River running through it and surrounding forests. It is an important industrial hub with the Satpura Thermal Power Station and Pathakhera Area Coal Mines of Western Coalfields Limited located in the surrounding areas. These industries contribute to the economy of the town, and make it an important centre for power generation and coal mining. Sarni is also known for its Mathardev temple at the hilltop, making it a popular tourist destination.