Sirkohiya - Harraiya, Basti
Sirkohiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirkohiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkohiya is 179455. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.16 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sirkohiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirkohiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sirkohiya village had a total population of 352 people, including 176 males and 176 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.13%, with male literacy at 80.79% and female literacy at 49.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 352 | 176 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 54 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkohiya
Sirkohiya 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 Sirkohiya
Sirkohiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Basti to Sirkohiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Sirkohiya is about 32 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 Sirkohiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkohiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirkohiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkohiya 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 Sirkohiya
Where is Sirkohiya located?
Sirkohiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirkohiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirkohiya is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Sirkohiya?
The pincode of Sirkohiya is 272155.
What is the population of Sirkohiya?
Sirkohiya had a total population of 352, including 176 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Sirkohiya?
Sirkohiya had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkohiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkohiya was 65.13%. Male literacy was 80.79% and female literacy was 49.67%.