Sironj - Harrai, Chhindwara
Sironj is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Mehanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sironj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sironj is 494169. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.2 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sironj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sironj
As per Census 2011, Sironj village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 151 males and 158 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sironj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 151 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 151 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 78 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 73 | 106 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Harrai to Sironj is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Sironj is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sironj
Where is Sironj located?
Sironj village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sironj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sironj is Mehanda.
What is the pincode of Sironj?
The pincode of Sironj is 480224.
What is the population of Sironj?
Sironj has a total population of 309, including 151 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Sironj?
There are 68 households in Sironj.
What is the literacy rate in Sironj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sironj is 42.07%. Male literacy is 51.66% and female literacy is 32.91%.