Sirpur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Sirpur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 44 km from Pakhanjur and around 170 km from Kanker. Aakmeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirpur is 448392. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.06 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sirpur village had a total population of 710 people, including 373 males and 337 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 82.77% and female literacy at 61.19%.
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 | 710 | 373 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 269 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 104 | 162 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sirpur.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Sirpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Sirpur is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 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 >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirpur
Where is Sirpur located?
Sirpur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirpur is Aakmeta.
What is the pincode of Sirpur?
The pincode of Sirpur is 494777.
What is the population of Sirpur?
Sirpur had a total population of 710, including 373 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sirpur?
Sirpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpur was 72.67%. Male literacy was 82.77% and female literacy was 61.19%.