Siraspur - Chimur, Chandrapur
Siraspur is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Siraspur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siraspur is 540410. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.62 hectares and falls under the 442903 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Siraspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siraspur
According to the 2011 Census, Siraspur village had a total population of 572 people, including 302 males and 270 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 89.14% and female literacy at 61.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 572 | 302 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 115 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 238 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 64 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Siraspur
Siraspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pardi Butti | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Shiwara | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Navegaon Brahman | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Wagholi Rith | West | 3.16 km |
| Mangalgaon | South | 3.24 km |
| Gadpipari | North | 3.63 km |
| Mangalfusi Rith | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Sawali Rith | East | 3.99 km |
| Kawadsi Dak | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Taki Rith | West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siraspur
Siraspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tempa, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Siraspur is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Siraspur is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siraspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siraspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siraspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siraspur 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 Siraspur
Where is Siraspur located?
Siraspur village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Siraspur?
Siraspur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siraspur?
The pincode of Siraspur is 442903.
What is the population of Siraspur?
Siraspur had a total population of 572, including 302 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Siraspur?
Siraspur had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siraspur was 76.03%. Male literacy was 89.14% and female literacy was 61.57%.