Siram - Peshrar, Lohardaga
Siram is a village situated in the Peshrar subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peshrar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Siram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siram is 362921. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.1 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Siram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohardaga Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Siram
As per Census 2011, Siram village has a total population of 1,243 people, consisting of 624 males and 619 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,068 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 624 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,068 | 534 | 534 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 339 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 285 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Siram
Siram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manchi | West | 1.44 km |
| Rubed | East | 1.65 km |
| Pahargir | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Shembhua | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Kita | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Panrepura | East | 2.41 km |
| Keradih | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Bariatu | East | 2.68 km |
| Partu | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Mukrum | South-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siram
Siram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Demu, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Siram is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siram 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siram 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siram
Where is Siram located?
Siram village is located in Peshrar Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siram?
Siram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siram?
The pincode of Siram is 835302.
What is the population of Siram?
Siram has a total population of 1,243, including 624 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Siram?
There are 230 households in Siram.
What is the literacy rate in Siram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siram is 44.73%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 35.06%.