Sirapur - Soro, Balasore
Sirapur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Soro and around 39 km from Baleshwar. Sajanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirapur is 393981. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirapur
As per Census 2011, Sirapur village has a total population of 2,352 people, consisting of 1,207 males and 1,145 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,785 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,352 | 1,207 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 157 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 149 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 960 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 247 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Sirapur
Sirapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keshpur | South | 1.59 km |
| Brahmapur | South-West | 1.65 km |
| San-brahmapur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Alipur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Talanagar | West | 2.34 km |
| Kedarpur | East | 2.36 km |
| Uchhabapur | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Kantipur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Kashaba | South | 2.84 km |
| Salampur | South-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sirapur. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Sirapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sirapur is about 39 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 Sirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sirapur
Where is Sirapur located?
Sirapur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirapur is Sajanpur.
What is the pincode of Sirapur?
The pincode of Sirapur is 756045.
What is the population of Sirapur?
Sirapur has a total population of 2,352, including 1,207 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Sirapur?
There are 476 households in Sirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirapur is 75.89%. Male literacy is 79.54% and female literacy is 72.05%.