Chirchira - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Chirchira is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Diuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirchira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirchira is 133370. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 242305 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Chirchira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirchira
According to the 2011 Census, Chirchira village had a total population of 528 people, including 274 males and 254 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.12%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 62.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 494.
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 | 528 | 274 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 256 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 188 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 86 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Chirchira
Chirchira 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 Chirchira
Chirchira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Shahjahanpur to Chirchira is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirchira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirchira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirchira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirchira 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 Chirchira
Where is Chirchira located?
Chirchira village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chirchira?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirchira is Diuriya.
What is the pincode of Chirchira?
The pincode of Chirchira is 242305.
What is the population of Chirchira?
Chirchira had a total population of 528, including 274 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Chirchira?
Chirchira had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirchira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirchira was 74.12%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 62.56%.