Sirsi - Nanpur, Sitamarhi
Sirsi is a village situated in the Nanpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sirsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsi is 219765. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 843333 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sirsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirsi
As per Census 2011, Sirsi village has a total population of 8,914 people, consisting of 4,709 males and 4,205 females. The village has 1,971 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,741 literate and 5,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 986 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,914 | 4,709 | 4,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,669 | 851 | 818 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 986 | 522 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,741 | 2,423 | 1,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,173 | 2,286 | 2,887 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsi
Sirsi 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 Sirsi
Public transport in the Sirsi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sirsi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Janakpur Road to Sirsi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Sirsi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirsi
Where is Sirsi located?
Sirsi village is located in Nanpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsi?
Sirsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirsi?
The pincode of Sirsi is 843333.
What is the population of Sirsi?
Sirsi has a total population of 8,914, including 4,709 males and 4,205 females.
How many households are there in Sirsi?
There are 1,971 households in Sirsi.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsi is 41.97%. Male literacy is 51.45% and female literacy is 31.34%.