Sirkharia - Jhanjharpur, Madhubani
Sirkharia is a village situated in the Jhanjharpur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhanjharpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nabani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkharia is 220737. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.1 hectares and falls under the 847109 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sirkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Sirkharia village had a total population of 4,271 people, including 2,182 males and 2,089 females, living in 899 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.46%, with male literacy at 72.08% and female literacy at 42.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 376.
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 | 4,271 | 2,182 | 2,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 841 | 427 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,265 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,300 | 917 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkharia
Sirkharia 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 Sirkharia
Sirkharia 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 Sirkharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Sirkharia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sirkharia is about 43 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 Sirkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirkharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkharia 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 Sirkharia
Where is Sirkharia located?
Sirkharia village is located in Jhanjharpur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirkharia is Nabani.
What is the pincode of Sirkharia?
The pincode of Sirkharia is 847109.
What is the population of Sirkharia?
Sirkharia had a total population of 4,271, including 2,182 males and 2,089 females.
How many households are there in Sirkharia?
Sirkharia had 899 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkharia was 57.46%. Male literacy was 72.08% and female literacy was 42.15%.