Sirsa - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Sirsa is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Roshan Ganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsa is 255926. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sirsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsa
As per Census 2011, Sirsa village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 358 males and 328 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 358 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 188 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 154 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 204 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsa
Sirsa 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 Sirsa
Public transport in the Sirsa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Sirsa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Sirsa is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirsa
Where is Sirsa located?
Sirsa village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsa is Roshan Ganj.
What is the pincode of Sirsa?
The pincode of Sirsa is 824217.
What is the population of Sirsa?
Sirsa has a total population of 686, including 358 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Sirsa?
There are 122 households in Sirsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsa is 37.61%. Male literacy is 43.02% and female literacy is 31.71%.