Sirki - Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh
Sirki is a village situated in the Dharamjaigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 97 km from Raigarh. Newar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirki is 434355. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.62 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sirki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirki
As per Census 2011, Sirki village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 135 males and 124 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 135 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 93 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 42 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Sirki
Sirki 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 Sirki
Sirki 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 | 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 Dharamjaigarh to Sirki is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Sirki is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirki 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 Sirki
Where is Sirki located?
Sirki village is located in Dharamjaigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirki?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirki is Newar.
What is the pincode of Sirki?
The pincode of Sirki is 496116.
What is the population of Sirki?
Sirki has a total population of 259, including 135 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Sirki?
There are 56 households in Sirki.
What is the literacy rate in Sirki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirki is 55.60%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 41.13%.