Sirsa - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Sirsa is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Sirsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsa is 150883. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.02 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sirsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirsa
As per Census 2011, Sirsa village has a total population of 2,633 people, consisting of 1,425 males and 1,208 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,627 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,633 | 1,425 | 1,208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 207 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 324 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 985 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 440 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsa
Sirsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharchhuwa | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Pandri Gangadin | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Maidhari | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Sidhaul | West | 2.43 km |
| Baripal | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Kandhauli | East | 2.88 km |
| Gangupur | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Bandh | West | 3.24 km |
| Aitamadpur | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Kutubuddinpur | South-West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsa
Sirsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dapsaura, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Sirsa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Sirsa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsa 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 Sirsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirsa
Where is Sirsa located?
Sirsa village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsa?
Sirsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirsa?
The pincode of Sirsa is 209206.
What is the population of Sirsa?
Sirsa has a total population of 2,633, including 1,425 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Sirsa?
There are 481 households in Sirsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsa is 61.79%. Male literacy is 69.12% and female literacy is 53.15%.