Siraula - Kaiserganj, Bahraich
Siraula is a village situated in the Kaiserganj tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaiserganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Siraula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siraula is 172356. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.74 hectares and falls under the 271872 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Siraula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Payagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siraula
According to the 2011 Census, Siraula village had a total population of 3,021 people, including 1,678 males and 1,343 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.26%, with male literacy at 54.45% and female literacy at 31.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 3,021 | 1,678 | 1,343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 295 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 135 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 753 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,930 | 925 | 1,005 |
Nearby Villages of Siraula
Siraula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Jaita | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Padum Pichhaura | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Alla Purwa | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Bhathi Kunda | East | 1.87 km |
| Mokala | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Raigarh Baheda | West | 1.96 km |
| Pure Prahlad | North | 2.23 km |
| Newasi | South | 2.55 km |
| Dhurkhi | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Bhaisahi | South-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siraula
Siraula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payagpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Siraula is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Siraula is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siraula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siraula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siraula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siraula 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 Siraula
Where is Siraula located?
Siraula village is located in Kaiserganj Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siraula?
Siraula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siraula?
The pincode of Siraula is 271872.
What is the population of Siraula?
Siraula had a total population of 3,021, including 1,678 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Siraula?
Siraula had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siraula was 44.26%. Male literacy was 54.45% and female literacy was 31.24%.