Sirsiya - Harraiya, Basti
Sirsiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Chhitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsiya is 179251. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.07 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode.
Sirsiya 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 Sirsiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsiya village had a total population of 722 people, including 372 males and 350 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 722 | 372 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 66 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 250 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 122 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsiya
Sirsiya 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 Sirsiya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sirsiya. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sirsiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Sirsiya is about 28 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 Sirsiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsiya 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 Sirsiya
Where is Sirsiya located?
Sirsiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsiya is Chhitha.
What is the pincode of Sirsiya?
The pincode of Sirsiya is 272301.
What is the population of Sirsiya?
Sirsiya had a total population of 722, including 372 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Sirsiya?
Sirsiya had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsiya was 70.87%. Male literacy was 81.70% and female literacy was 60.00%.