Sirsia - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Sirsia is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Matiariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsia is 216333. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.7 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sirsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsia
As per Census 2011, Sirsia village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 690 males and 645 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 763 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 690 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 152 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 386 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 435 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 255 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsia
Sirsia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masjidwa | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Sherpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Khurhuria | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Matiaria | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Luathaha | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Mahui | West | 3.19 km |
| Kachkahar | East | 3.20 km |
| Barharwa | South | 3.34 km |
| Tahkaul | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Pakri Khurd | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsia
Public transport in the Sirsia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amolwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Sirsia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sirsia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirsia
Where is Sirsia located?
Sirsia village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsia is Matiariya.
What is the pincode of Sirsia?
The pincode of Sirsia is 845455.
What is the population of Sirsia?
Sirsia has a total population of 1,335, including 690 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Sirsia?
There are 227 households in Sirsia.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsia is 48.76%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 33.49%.