Sirsona - Karera, Shivpuri
Sirsona is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sirsona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsona is 455634. The village covers a total geographical area of 782.86 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sirsona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirsona
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsona village had a total population of 3,088 people, including 1,646 males and 1,442 females, living in 643 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.47%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 39.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 565, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 3,088 | 1,646 | 1,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 276 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 307 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 979 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,626 | 667 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsona
Sirsona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rehargawan | North | 1.95 km |
| Hirapur Alias Barkheda | West | 2.46 km |
| Tidhari | South | 3.03 km |
| Badora | East | 3.71 km |
| Toda Pichhor | West | 4.20 km |
| Dhuai | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Kendar | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Jujhai Karera | North | 4.43 km |
| Raipura | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Nayakheda | South-West | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsona
Sirsona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Burhpura, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Sirsona is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sirsona is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsona 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 Sirsona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsona 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 Sirsona
Where is Sirsona located?
Sirsona village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsona?
Sirsona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirsona?
The pincode of Sirsona is 473660.
What is the population of Sirsona?
Sirsona had a total population of 3,088, including 1,646 males and 1,442 females.
How many households are there in Sirsona?
Sirsona had 643 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsona was 56.47%. Male literacy was 71.46% and female literacy was 39.62%.