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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sirkada village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 309 males and 328 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirkada are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Sirkada?
Sirkada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirkada?
The pincode of Sirkada is 441223.
What is the population of Sirkada?
Sirkada has a total population of 637, including 309 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Sirkada?
There are 178 households in Sirkada.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkada is 59.50%. Male literacy is 65.37% and female literacy is 53.96%.