Sirauna - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Sirauna is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mehura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirauna is 216883. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.6 hectares and falls under the 845101 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sirauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirauna
According to the 2011 Census, Sirauna village had a total population of 841 people, including 431 males and 410 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 67.60% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 841 | 431 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 242 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 189 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Sirauna
Sirauna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisambharpur | North | 1.84 km |
| Kaulapur Kaulanchi | East | 1.85 km |
| Patilar | South | 2.40 km |
| Siktanr | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Mehura | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Garahia | North | 3.59 km |
| Bakwa | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Khurhuria | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Jhankaul | East | 3.93 km |
| Singari- Garhwa | North-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirauna
Sirauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhairoganj, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bagha to Sirauna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sirauna is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirauna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirauna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirauna
Where is Sirauna located?
Sirauna village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirauna is Mehura.
What is the pincode of Sirauna?
The pincode of Sirauna is 845101.
What is the population of Sirauna?
Sirauna had a total population of 841, including 431 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Sirauna?
Sirauna had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirauna was 53.45%. Male literacy was 67.60% and female literacy was 38.46%.