Sirsia - Jamua, Giridih
Sirsia is a village situated in the Jamua subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamua and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chungalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsia is 351317. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 815318 pincode.
Sirsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsia
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsia village had a total population of 263 people, including 123 males and 140 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.44%, with male literacy at 79.61% and female literacy at 47.46%.
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 | 263 | 123 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 82 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 41 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsia
Sirsia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaiadih | South | 1.31 km |
| Murkhari | West | 1.77 km |
| Tulsidih | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Tikodih | North | 2.16 km |
| Chunglo | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Baddiha | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Balidih | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Alodih | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Lahangia | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Jharkhandi | West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsia
Sirsia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Road, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Sirsia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsia 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 Sirsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirsia
Where is Sirsia located?
Sirsia village is located in Jamua Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsia is Chungalo.
What is the pincode of Sirsia?
The pincode of Sirsia is 815318.
What is the population of Sirsia?
Sirsia had a total population of 263, including 123 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Sirsia?
Sirsia had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsia was 62.44%. Male literacy was 79.61% and female literacy was 47.46%.