Sirupur - Harraiya, Basti
Sirupur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Imiliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirupur is 179329. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.06 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sirupur 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 Sirupur
According to the 2011 Census, Sirupur village had a total population of 278 people, including 140 males and 138 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.71%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 57.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 278 | 140 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 104 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 36 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sirupur
Sirupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanda Khurd | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Emiliya | East | 0.82 km |
| Saltooa Digar | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Jharwaria | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Asnahra | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Chanda Bujurg | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Paikauliya | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Pakoliya | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Parsa | North | 1.75 km |
| Pandariya | East | 1.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirupur
The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | 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 Sirupur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sirupur
Where is Sirupur located?
Sirupur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirupur is Imiliya.
What is the pincode of Sirupur?
The pincode of Sirupur is 272131.
What is the population of Sirupur?
Sirupur had a total population of 278, including 140 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Sirupur?
Sirupur had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirupur was 73.71%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 57.76%.