Sirpalpur - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Sirpalpur is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Khesrahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirpalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirpalpur is 246907. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 802314 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sirpalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirpalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sirpalpur village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 681 males and 588 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.35%, with male literacy at 91.74% and female literacy at 67.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 397.
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 | 1,269 | 681 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 209 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 511 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 170 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Sirpalpur
Sirpalpur 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 Sirpalpur
Sirpalpur 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 Sirpalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Koilwar to Sirpalpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Sirpalpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirpalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirpalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirpalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirpalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sirpalpur
Where is Sirpalpur located?
Sirpalpur village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirpalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirpalpur is Khesrahiya.
What is the pincode of Sirpalpur?
The pincode of Sirpalpur is 802314.
What is the population of Sirpalpur?
Sirpalpur had a total population of 1,269, including 681 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Sirpalpur?
Sirpalpur had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpalpur was 80.35%. Male literacy was 91.74% and female literacy was 67.02%.