Sirsian - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Sirsian is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sirsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsian is 219167. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.6 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sirsian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsian
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsian village had a total population of 12,414 people, including 6,488 males and 5,926 females, living in 2,326 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.59%, with male literacy at 60.64% and female literacy at 37.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,080, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 12,414 | 6,488 | 5,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,529 | 1,285 | 1,244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 565 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 270 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 4,902 | 3,155 | 1,747 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,512 | 3,333 | 4,179 |
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
Sirsian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Sirsian is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | 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 Sirsian
Where is Sirsian located?
Sirsian village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsian?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsian is Sirsiya.
What is the pincode of Sirsian?
The pincode of Sirsian is 843324.
What is the population of Sirsian?
Sirsian had a total population of 12,414, including 6,488 males and 5,926 females.
How many households are there in Sirsian?
Sirsian had 2,326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsian was 49.59%. Male literacy was 60.64% and female literacy was 37.31%.