Sirigeri
Sirigeri is a village located in Siruguppa taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Siruguppa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Sirigeri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sirigeri unique in its vibrant Siruguppa-Bellary region. You’ll see Sirigeri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sirigeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sirigeri is 604787. The village spans a total geographical area of 3772.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583223. Tekkalkote is nearest town to Sirigeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sirigeri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sirigeri
Population of Sirigeri
According to the 2011 Census, Sirigeri has a total population of about 12,273, with approximately 6,067 males and 6,206 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,769 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,874 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,805. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.31%, with male literacy at about 55.83% and female literacy near 37.01%. There are around 2,356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sirigeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Sirigeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sirigeri. As per the 2011 stats, Sirigeri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sirigeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sirigeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sirigeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sirigeri
- Where is Sirigeri located?
- Sirigeri village is situated in Siruguppa Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sirigeri?
- Sirigeri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sirigeri?
- The pincode of Sirigeri is 583223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sirigeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sirigeri is 12,273, with 6,067 males and 6,206 females.
- How many households are there in Sirigeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sirigeri village has a total of 2,356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sirigeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sirigeri is 46.31%. The male literacy rate is 55.83%, while the female literacy rate is 37.01%.