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
According to the 2011 Census, Sirpur village had a total population of 1,460 people, including 731 males and 729 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.70%, with male literacy at 81.29% and female literacy at 60.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 657, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 511.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,460, including 731 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Sirpur?
Sirpur had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirpur was 70.70%. Male literacy was 81.29% and female literacy was 60.10%.