Sirasgaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Sirasgaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Vaijapur and around 76 km from Aurangabad. Sirajgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirasgaon is 549140. The village covers a total geographical area of 1904.68 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sirasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirasgaon
As per Census 2011, Sirasgaon village has a total population of 2,739 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,295 females. The village has 614 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,749 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 228 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirasgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,739 | 1,444 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 203 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 203 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 1,749 | 1,027 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 417 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Sirasgaon
Sirasgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembhi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Kautgaon | South | 3.29 km |
| Hanumantgaon | North | 3.54 km |
| Chorwaghalgaon | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Virgaon | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Murshadpur | West | 5.42 km |
| Jategaon | South | 5.84 km |
| Panvi Bk. | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Mahalgaon | East | 6.05 km |
| Nadi | South-West | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirasgaon
Sirasgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsoda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| 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 Vaijapur to Sirasgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sirasgaon is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirasgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirasgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirasgaon
Where is Sirasgaon located?
Sirasgaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirasgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirasgaon is Sirajgaon.
What is the pincode of Sirasgaon?
The pincode of Sirasgaon is 423701.
What is the population of Sirasgaon?
Sirasgaon has a total population of 2,739, including 1,444 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Sirasgaon?
There are 614 households in Sirasgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sirasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirasgaon is 63.86%. Male literacy is 71.12% and female literacy is 55.75%.