Siregaon - Lanji, Balaghat
Siregaon is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Siregaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siregaon is 498507. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.83 hectares and falls under the 481224 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Siregaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siregaon
As per Census 2011, Siregaon village has a total population of 1,137 people, consisting of 549 males and 588 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 757 literate and 380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,137 | 549 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 406 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 143 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Siregaon
Siregaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharregaon | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Keregaon | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Kumharikalan | North | 1.67 km |
| Dewalgaon | South | 1.93 km |
| Kumharikhurd | East | 2.13 km |
| Ladsa | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Nansari | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Binjhalgaon | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Dighori | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Pondi | North | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siregaon
Siregaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Amgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lanji to Siregaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Siregaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siregaon 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 Siregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siregaon
Where is Siregaon located?
Siregaon village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siregaon?
Siregaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siregaon?
The pincode of Siregaon is 481224.
What is the population of Siregaon?
Siregaon has a total population of 1,137, including 549 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Siregaon?
There are 247 households in Siregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Siregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siregaon is 66.58%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 59.69%.