Sirabahal - Tusura, Balangir
Sirabahal is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Tushura and around 48 km from Balangir. Madhekela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirabahal is 420472. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sirabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirabahal
As per Census 2011, Sirabahal village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 291 males and 280 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 291 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 107 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 187 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 104 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Sirabahal
Sirabahal 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 Sirabahal
Public transport in the Sirabahal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Sirabahal is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Sirabahal is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sirabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirabahal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirabahal
Where is Sirabahal located?
Sirabahal village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirabahal is Madhekela.
What is the pincode of Sirabahal?
The pincode of Sirabahal is 767030.
What is the population of Sirabahal?
Sirabahal has a total population of 571, including 291 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Sirabahal?
There are 145 households in Sirabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Sirabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirabahal is 52.89%. Male literacy is 64.26% and female literacy is 41.07%.