Sirisgora - Bundwan, Purulia
Sirisgora is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Bandwan and around 55.6 km from Purulia. Bandwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirisgora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirisgora is 332371. The village covers a total geographical area of 765.63 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Tata is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sirisgora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirisgora
As per Census 2011, Sirisgora village has a total population of 2,261 people, consisting of 1,178 males and 1,083 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,393 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirisgora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,178 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 122 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 219 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,569 | 814 | 755 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 871 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 307 | 561 |
Nearby Villages of Sirisgora
Sirisgora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kendapara | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Rithugora | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Lakra | East | 2.98 km |
| Udalbani | South | 3.01 km |
| Chilla | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Hatiramgora | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Kesra | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Jobnagora | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Supudi | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Dabladih | West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirisgora
Sirisgora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Galudih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tata to Sirisgora is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Sirisgora is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirisgora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirisgora 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 Sirisgora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirisgora 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sirisgora
Where is Sirisgora located?
Sirisgora village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirisgora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirisgora is Bandwan.
What is the pincode of Sirisgora?
The pincode of Sirisgora is 723129.
What is the population of Sirisgora?
Sirisgora has a total population of 2,261, including 1,178 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Sirisgora?
There are 541 households in Sirisgora.
What is the literacy rate in Sirisgora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirisgora is 61.61%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 48.20%.