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
According to the 2011 Census, Sirlay village had a total population of 5,022 people, including 2,602 males and 2,420 females, living in 1,053 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.12%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 50.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,623, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 906.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,022, including 2,602 males and 2,420 females.
How many households are there in Sirlay?
Sirlay had 1,053 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirlay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirlay was 61.12%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 50.95%.