Sirkada - Sindewahi, Chandrapur
Sirkada is a village situated in the Sindewahi tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindewahi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sirkada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkada is 540992. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 441223 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sirkada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirkada
According to the 2011 Census, Sirkada village had a total population of 637 people, including 309 males and 328 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 60.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 637 | 309 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 179 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 107 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkada
Sirkada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sirkada
Sirkada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mul to Sirkada is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Sirkada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirkada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirkada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirkada
Where is Sirkada located?
Sirkada village is located in Sindewahi Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sirkada?
Sirkada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirkada?
The pincode of Sirkada is 441223.
What is the population of Sirkada?
Sirkada had a total population of 637, including 309 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Sirkada?
Sirkada had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkada was 66.14%. Male literacy was 72.14% and female literacy was 60.41%.