Sirpur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sirpur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Sirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirpur is 505619. The village covers a total geographical area of 959.2 hectares and falls under the 450051 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirpur
As per Census 2011, Sirpur village has a total population of 1,460 people, consisting of 731 males and 729 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 876 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 657 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 511 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 731 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 657 | 319 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 263 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 504 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 227 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Sirpur
Sirpur 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 Sirpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sirpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sirpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Sirpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Sirpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirpur 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 Sirpur
Where is Sirpur located?
Sirpur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirpur?
Sirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirpur?
The pincode of Sirpur is 450051.
What is the population of Sirpur?
Sirpur has a total population of 1,460, including 731 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Sirpur?
There are 341 households in Sirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpur is 60.00%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 51.03%.