Sirgur - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Sirgur is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Betgera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirgur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirgur is 599804. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.79 hectares and falls under the 585445 pincode. Umarga (maharashtra) is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sirgur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirgur
As per Census 2011, Sirgur village has a total population of 789 people, consisting of 410 males and 379 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirgur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 410 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 289 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 121 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Sirgur
Sirgur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramteerth (dubulgundi) | East | 1.89 km |
| Hattarga (sarhad) | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Gadlegaon (k) | North | 2.47 km |
| Batgera | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Ekamba | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Chitkota (k) | South | 4.57 km |
| Diggi | West | 4.84 km |
| Nandgur | West | 4.86 km |
| Ladwanti | East | 5.16 km |
| Kotanhipperga | South-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirgur
Sirgur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hunsihadgil, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarga (maharashtra) to Sirgur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Sirgur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirgur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirgur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirgur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirgur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirgur
Where is Sirgur located?
Sirgur village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirgur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirgur is Betgera.
What is the pincode of Sirgur?
The pincode of Sirgur is 585445.
What is the population of Sirgur?
Sirgur has a total population of 789, including 410 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Sirgur?
There are 172 households in Sirgur.
What is the literacy rate in Sirgur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirgur is 60.71%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 50.13%.