Sirigeri - Siruguppa, Ballari
Sirigeri is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Siruguppa and around 40 km from Bellary. Sirigeri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirigeri is 604787. The village covers a total geographical area of 3772.72 hectares and falls under the 583120 pincode. Tekkalkote is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sirigeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirigeri
As per Census 2011, Sirigeri village has a total population of 12,273 people, consisting of 6,067 males and 6,206 females. The village has 2,356 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,684 literate and 6,589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,874 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,805 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirigeri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,273 | 6,067 | 6,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,769 | 885 | 884 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,874 | 1,401 | 1,473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,805 | 1,400 | 1,405 |
| Literate Population | 5,684 | 3,387 | 2,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,589 | 2,680 | 3,909 |
Nearby Villages of Sirigeri
Sirigeri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siddaramapura | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Dasapura | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Malapura | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Bhyrapura | East | 5.30 km |
| Konchigeri | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Gundiganur | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Nadivi | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Kyadigehal | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Muddatanur | West | 6.93 km |
| Havinahal | West | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirigeri
Sirigeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudatini, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tekkalkote to Sirigeri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Sirigeri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirigeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirigeri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirigeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirigeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirigeri
Where is Sirigeri located?
Sirigeri village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirigeri?
Sirigeri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirigeri?
The pincode of Sirigeri is 583120.
What is the population of Sirigeri?
Sirigeri has a total population of 12,273, including 6,067 males and 6,206 females.
How many households are there in Sirigeri?
There are 2,356 households in Sirigeri.
What is the literacy rate in Sirigeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirigeri is 46.31%. Male literacy is 55.83% and female literacy is 37.01%.