Sirpur Village - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Sirpur is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Sirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirpur is 445944. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.52 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirpur
As per Census 2011, Sirpur village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 299 males and 320 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 299 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 237 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 62 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Sirpur
Sirpur 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 Sirpur
Sirpur 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 NA |
| 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 Saraipali to Sirpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Sirpur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirpur
Where is Sirpur located?
Sirpur village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirpur?
Sirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirpur?
The pincode of Sirpur is 493558.
What is the population of Sirpur?
Sirpur has a total population of 619, including 299 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Sirpur?
There are 176 households in Sirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpur is 72.70%. Male literacy is 79.26% and female literacy is 66.56%.