Sirpal Basant - Garkha, Saran
Sirpal Basant is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sripal Basant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirpal Basant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirpal Basant is 234396. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.11 hectares and falls under the 841202 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sirpal Basant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirpal Basant
According to the 2011 Census, Sirpal Basant village had a total population of 2,895 people, including 1,469 males and 1,426 females, living in 523 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.22%, with male literacy at 77.06% and female literacy at 55.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 2,895 | 1,469 | 1,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 279 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 62 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 917 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 552 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Sirpal Basant
Sirpal Basant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauhar Basant | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Bangari | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Bhuiganw | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Sisauni | North | 1.77 km |
| Moharampur | West | 1.98 km |
| Purnadih | East | 2.01 km |
| Naraenpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Itwa | North | 2.16 km |
| Rahampur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Baikunthpur | West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirpal Basant
Public transport in the Sirpal Basant is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchpatia Deoria Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Sirpal Basant is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sirpal Basant 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 Sirpal Basant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirpal Basant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirpal Basant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirpal Basant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirpal Basant
Where is Sirpal Basant located?
Sirpal Basant village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirpal Basant?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirpal Basant is Sripal Basant.
What is the pincode of Sirpal Basant?
The pincode of Sirpal Basant is 841202.
What is the population of Sirpal Basant?
Sirpal Basant had a total population of 2,895, including 1,469 males and 1,426 females.
How many households are there in Sirpal Basant?
Sirpal Basant had 523 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpal Basant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpal Basant was 66.22%. Male literacy was 77.06% and female literacy was 55.35%.