Sirso
Sirso is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Sirso village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sirso unique in its vibrant Murtijapur-Akola region. You’ll see Sirso’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sirso
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sirso is 530199. The village spans a total geographical area of 2494.75 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Sirso village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sirso village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sirso
Population of Sirso
According to the 2011 Census, Sirso has a total population of about 5,588, with approximately 2,814 males and 2,774 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 630 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,736 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 513. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.56%, with male literacy at about 81.88% and female literacy near 73.18%. There are around 1,394 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sirso's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,588 | 2,814 | 2,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 311 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,736 | 883 | 853 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 270 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 4,334 | 2,304 | 2,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 510 | 744 |
Connectivity of Sirso
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sirso. As per the 2011 stats, Sirso had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sirso
Knowing the nearby villages of Sirso helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sirso.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sirso
- Where is Sirso located?
- Sirso village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sirso?
- Sirso serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sirso as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sirso is 5,588, with 2,814 males and 2,774 females.
- How many households are there in Sirso as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sirso village has a total of 1,394 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sirso as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sirso is 77.56%. The male literacy rate is 81.88%, while the female literacy rate is 73.18%.