Sironj - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Sironj is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Karri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sironj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sironj is 458160. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.73 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sironj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sironj
According to the 2011 Census, Sironj village had a total population of 724 people, including 389 males and 335 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.46%, with male literacy at 60.59% and female literacy at 43.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 389 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 82 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 86 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 186 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 203 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Sironj
Sironj is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sironj
Sironj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Sironj is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Sironj is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sironj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sironj 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sironj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sironj 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sironj
Where is Sironj located?
Sironj village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sironj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sironj is Karri.
What is the pincode of Sironj?
The pincode of Sironj is 471311.
What is the population of Sironj?
Sironj had a total population of 724, including 389 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Sironj?
Sironj had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sironj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sironj was 52.46%. Male literacy was 60.59% and female literacy was 43.62%.