Siraha - Pakri Dayal, Purbi Champaran
Siraha is a village situated in the Pakri Dayal subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from Pakri Dayal and around 25 km from Motihari. Siraha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siraha is 218491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1676.2 hectares and falls under the 845428 pincode. Pakri Dayal is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Siraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siraha
As per Census 2011, Siraha village has a total population of 20,034 people, consisting of 9,784 males and 10,250 females. The village has 3,839 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,905 literate and 12,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,034 | 9,784 | 10,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,302 | 2,163 | 2,139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,341 | 1,649 | 1,692 |
| Literate Population | 7,905 | 4,843 | 3,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,129 | 4,941 | 7,188 |
Nearby Villages of Siraha
Siraha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jitaura | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Mathia | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Dulhuma | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Chorma | East | 3.91 km |
| Bardaha | North | 4.36 km |
| Manpurwa | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Chaita | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Bhagwanpur | South | 5.54 km |
| Bharthuiya | South | 5.65 km |
| Chak Bara | South | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siraha
Siraha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pakri Dayal to Siraha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Siraha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siraha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siraha
Where is Siraha located?
Siraha village is located in Pakri Dayal Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siraha?
Siraha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siraha?
The pincode of Siraha is 845428.
What is the population of Siraha?
Siraha has a total population of 20,034, including 9,784 males and 10,250 females.
How many households are there in Siraha?
There are 3,839 households in Siraha.
What is the literacy rate in Siraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siraha is 39.46%. Male literacy is 49.50% and female literacy is 29.87%.