Sirlay - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sirlay is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sirlay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirlay is 476696. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.84 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sirlay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirlay
As per Census 2011, Sirlay village has a total population of 5,022 people, consisting of 2,602 males and 2,420 females. The village has 1,053 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 773 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,597 literate and 2,425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,623 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 906 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirlay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,022 | 2,602 | 2,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 410 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,623 | 850 | 773 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 473 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 2,597 | 1,549 | 1,048 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,425 | 1,053 | 1,372 |
Nearby Villages of Sirlay
Sirlay 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 Sirlay
Sirlay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sirlay has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Sirlay is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sirlay is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirlay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirlay 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 Sirlay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirlay 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 Sirlay
Where is Sirlay located?
Sirlay village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirlay?
Sirlay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirlay?
The pincode of Sirlay is 451115.
What is the population of Sirlay?
Sirlay has a total population of 5,022, including 2,602 males and 2,420 females.
How many households are there in Sirlay?
There are 1,053 households in Sirlay.
What is the literacy rate in Sirlay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirlay is 51.71%. Male literacy is 59.53% and female literacy is 43.31%.