Sirgaon Visapur - Tasgaon, Sangli
Sirgaon Visapur is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shiragaon V serves as the Village Panchayat for Sirgaon Visapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirgaon Visapur is 568646. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.17 hectares and falls under the 416314 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sirgaon Visapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirgaon Visapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sirgaon Visapur village had a total population of 2,502 people, including 1,256 males and 1,246 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.56%, with male literacy at 89.99% and female literacy at 77.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 2,502 | 1,256 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,007 | 864 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 249 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Sirgaon Visapur
Sirgaon Visapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panmalewadi | North | 2.31 km |
| Dhavali | South | 3.09 km |
| Visapur | East | 3.47 km |
| Rajapur | West | 3.59 km |
| Borgaon | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Vanjarwadi | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Turachi | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Limb | North | 6.25 km |
| Morale (rajapur) | West | 6.43 km |
| Nimblak | North-West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirgaon Visapur
Sirgaon Visapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Sirgaon Visapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sirgaon Visapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirgaon Visapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirgaon Visapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirgaon Visapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirgaon Visapur 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 Sirgaon Visapur
Where is Sirgaon Visapur located?
Sirgaon Visapur village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sirgaon Visapur?
The Village Panchayat of Sirgaon Visapur is Shiragaon V.
What is the pincode of Sirgaon Visapur?
The pincode of Sirgaon Visapur is 416314.
What is the population of Sirgaon Visapur?
Sirgaon Visapur had a total population of 2,502, including 1,256 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Sirgaon Visapur?
Sirgaon Visapur had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirgaon Visapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirgaon Visapur was 83.56%. Male literacy was 89.99% and female literacy was 77.14%.