Sirsia - Biraul, Darbhanga
Sirsia is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ganaura Tarwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsia is 227692. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 847202 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sirsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kusheshwar asthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirsia
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsia village had a total population of 462 people, including 254 males and 208 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.72%, with male literacy at 51.20% and female literacy at 19.43%.
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 | 462 | 254 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 107 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 147 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsia
Sirsia 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 Sirsia
Sirsia 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 Sirsia.
| 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 Darbhanga to Sirsia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirsia
Where is Sirsia located?
Sirsia village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsia is Ganaura Tarwara.
What is the pincode of Sirsia?
The pincode of Sirsia is 847202.
What is the population of Sirsia?
Sirsia had a total population of 462, including 254 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Sirsia?
Sirsia had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsia was 36.72%. Male literacy was 51.20% and female literacy was 19.43%.