Sirsula - Chinour, Gwalior
Sirsula is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Sirsula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsula is 454324. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.08 hectares and falls under the 475110 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sirsula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirsula
As per Census 2011, Sirsula village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 312 males and 267 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 312 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 235 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 77 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsula
Sirsula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nonewar | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Bhadeshwar | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Mehgaon | West | 2.33 km |
| Rijhora | East | 2.39 km |
| Daulatpur | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Garhi Salampur | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Gijorra | East | 3.34 km |
| Birgawan | South | 3.58 km |
| Chinour | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Shyampur Tanka | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsula
Sirsula is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Panihar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gwalior to Sirsula is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsula 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 Sirsula
Where is Sirsula located?
Sirsula village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsula?
Sirsula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirsula?
The pincode of Sirsula is 475110.
What is the population of Sirsula?
Sirsula has a total population of 579, including 312 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Sirsula?
There are 114 households in Sirsula.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsula is 67.70%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 58.80%.