Sirmatpur - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Sirmatpur is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirmatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirmatpur is 240219. The village covers a total geographical area of 689 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sirmatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirmatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sirmatpur village had a total population of 1,552 people, including 800 males and 752 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.89%, with male literacy at 50.38% and female literacy at 28.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,552 | 800 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 137 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 334 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 466 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Sirmatpur
Sirmatpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sirmatpur
Sirmatpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sirmatpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Sirmatpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Sirmatpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirmatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirmatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sirmatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirmatpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sirmatpur
Where is Sirmatpur located?
Sirmatpur village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirmatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirmatpur is Amdanda.
What is the pincode of Sirmatpur?
The pincode of Sirmatpur is 813204.
What is the population of Sirmatpur?
Sirmatpur had a total population of 1,552, including 800 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Sirmatpur?
Sirmatpur had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirmatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirmatpur was 39.89%. Male literacy was 50.38% and female literacy was 28.26%.