Sirgudi - Dudhamania, Singrauli
Sirgudi is a village situated in the Dudhamania tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Chitrangi and around 60 km from Singrauli. Sidhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirgudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirgudi is 503626. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.5 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sirgudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirgudi
According to the 2011 Census, Sirgudi village had a total population of 915 people, including 474 males and 441 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.69%, with male literacy at 77.01% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 714.
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 | 915 | 474 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 714 | 375 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 288 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 186 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Sirgudi
Sirgudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhos (bhoshe) | North | 2.12 km |
| Dharauha (dhaurhawa) | South | 2.81 km |
| Sidhari | East | 2.95 km |
| Gaurhawa | South | 4.02 km |
| Khairchhan | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Katrihar | North | 4.08 km |
| Bairihawa | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Sidhar | East | 4.97 km |
| Badgad | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Silphori | South-East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirgudi
Sirgudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karaila Road Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 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 Singrauli to Sirgudi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirgudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirgudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirgudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirgudi 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 Sirgudi
Where is Sirgudi located?
Sirgudi village is located in Dudhamania Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirgudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirgudi is Sidhar.
What is the pincode of Sirgudi?
The pincode of Sirgudi is 486882.
What is the population of Sirgudi?
Sirgudi had a total population of 915, including 474 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Sirgudi?
Sirgudi had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirgudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirgudi was 59.69%. Male literacy was 77.01% and female literacy was 40.82%.