Siru Khapa - Ghansaur, Seoni
Siru Khapa is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Dungria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siru Khapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siru Khapa is 496307. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.4 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Siru Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siru Khapa
As per Census 2011, Siru Khapa village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 191 males and 207 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siru Khapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 191 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 165 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 87 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Siru Khapa
Siru Khapa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamuniya | West | 1.07 km |
| Nidhani | East | 1.33 km |
| Sujawalpar | South | 2.51 km |
| Dugariya | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Bandra | North | 2.64 km |
| Sahajpuri | East | 3.04 km |
| Amoda | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Dhanpura | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Tikrakhapa | East | 3.88 km |
| Lalpur | South | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siru Khapa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Siru Khapa. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Siru Khapa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Siru Khapa is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siru Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siru Khapa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siru Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siru Khapa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siru Khapa
Where is Siru Khapa located?
Siru Khapa village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siru Khapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Siru Khapa is Dungria.
What is the pincode of Siru Khapa?
The pincode of Siru Khapa is 480997.
What is the population of Siru Khapa?
Siru Khapa has a total population of 398, including 191 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Siru Khapa?
There are 87 households in Siru Khapa.
What is the literacy rate in Siru Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siru Khapa is 48.99%. Male literacy is 54.45% and female literacy is 43.96%.