Sirsian - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Sirsian is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sauli Rupauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsian is 219415. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sirsian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsian
As per Census 2011, Sirsian village has a total population of 1,868 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 851 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 1,029 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,868 | 1,017 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 199 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 260 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 522 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 495 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsian
Sirsian 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 Sirsian
Public transport in the Sirsian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Sirsian is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Sirsian is about 23 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 Sirsian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsian 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 Sirsian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirsian
Where is Sirsian located?
Sirsian village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsian?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsian is Sauli Rupauli.
What is the pincode of Sirsian?
The pincode of Sirsian is 843316.
What is the population of Sirsian?
Sirsian has a total population of 1,868, including 1,017 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Sirsian?
There are 426 households in Sirsian.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsian is 44.91%. Male literacy is 51.33% and female literacy is 37.25%.