sarpanch
/sɑːrpɑːntʃ/; /sɑːrpʌntʃ/Definitions
1. noun
The head of a village or small town council in India, often elected by the local residents.
“The sarpanch played a crucial role in organizing the village festival.”
2. noun
A village or town leader, typically chosen for their local knowledge and community involvement.
“As a respected member of the community, he was chosen as the sarpanch of the village.”