Sirkiya - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sirkiya is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Pamakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirkiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkiya is 506066. The village falls under the 450114 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sirkiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirkiya
As per Census 2011, Sirkiya village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 244 males and 233 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirkiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 244 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 197 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 125 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 119 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkiya
Sirkiya 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 Sirkiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sirkiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Sirkiya is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirkiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkiya 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 Sirkiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirkiya
Where is Sirkiya located?
Sirkiya village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirkiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirkiya is Pamakhedi.
What is the pincode of Sirkiya?
The pincode of Sirkiya is 450114.
What is the population of Sirkiya?
Sirkiya has a total population of 477, including 244 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sirkiya?
There are 92 households in Sirkiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkiya is 37.95%. Male literacy is 51.23% and female literacy is 24.03%.