# Sirathu Assembly constituency

Sirathu constituency holds significant political and demographic importance within the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly. Situated in the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh, India, it encompasses the city of Sirathu. Understanding the dynamics of this constituency provides insights into the political landscape and demographic composition of the region.
As one of the five assembly constituencies within the Kaushambi Lok Sabha constituency, Sirathu plays a crucial role in shaping electoral outcomes at both the state and national levels. Since 2008, it has been designated as constituency number 251 out of the total 403 constituencies in Uttar Pradesh, highlighting its electoral significance.
Demographically, Sirathu constituency is characterized by the dominance of several communities, including Patels, Pasis, and Pandits. These communities contribute to the socio-cultural fabric of the region and play a pivotal role in shaping its identity and political landscape. Additionally, the presence of the Maurya-Kushwaha community adds further diversity to the demographic makeup of the constituency.
Understanding the demographic composition of Sirathu is essential for political parties and policymakers to tailor their strategies and initiatives to effectively address the needs and aspirations of its residents. It underscores the importance of inclusive governance and representation to ensure equitable development and progress for all segments of the population.
In summary, Sirathu constituency serves as a microcosm of Uttar Pradesh's diverse socio-political landscape, reflecting the interplay of demographics, politics, and governance in shaping the region's trajectory. As a focal point of electoral activity and community dynamics, it warrants attention and analysis to comprehend the broader dynamics of Indian democracy at the grassroots level.

## Members of Legislative Assembly

| Year | Member | Party |
| 1962 | Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna | Indian National Congress |
| 1967 | Mangala Prasad Tiwari | Indian National Congress |
| 1969 | Ram Charan | Samyukta Socialist Party |
| 1974 | Baij Nath Kushwaha | Bharatiya Kranti Dal |
| 1977 | Baij Nath Kushwaha | Janata Party |
| 1980 | Jagdish Prasad | Indian National Congress (I) |
| 1985 | Purushottam Lal | Indian National Congress |
| 1989 | Radhey Shyam Bhartiya | Janata Dal |
| 1991 | Bhagirathi | Janata Dal |
| 1993 | Ram Sajiwan Nirmal | Bahujan Samaj Party |
| 1996 | Matesh Chandra Sonkar | Bahujan Samaj Party |
| 2002 | Matesh Chandra Sonkar | Bahujan Samaj Party |
| 2007 | Vachaspati | Bahujan Samaj Party |
| 2012 | Keshav Prasad Maurya | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| 2014^ | Vachaspati | Samajwadi Party |
| 2017 | Sheetla Prasad | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| 2022 | Pallavi Patel | Samajwadi Party |

## Election results
### 2022

2022 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election: Sirathu :
| Party | Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% |
| | SP | Pallavi Patel | 106,278 | 46.49 | 19.52 |
| | BJP | Keshav Prasad Maurya | 98,941 | 43.28 | 2.83 |
| | BSP | Munsab Ali | 10,073 | 4.41 | 18.11 |
| | Independent | Jeetendra Kumar | 2,686 | 1.17 | |
| | Independent | Pradeep Kumar | 1,632 | 0.71 | |
| | Independent | Chheddu | 1,201 | 0.53 | |
| | Independent | Virendra Kumar Sahu | 1,004 | 0.44 | |
| | INC | Smt. Seema Devi | 845 | 0.37 | |
| | NOTA | None of the Above | 727 | 0.32 | |
| Majority | Majority | Majority | 7,337 | | |
| Turnout | Turnout | Turnout | 2,29,458 | 60.12 | |
| | SP gain from BJP | SP gain from BJP | Swing | | |

### 2017

2017 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election: Sirathu :
| Party | Party | Candidate | Votes | % |
| | BJP | Sheetla Prasad | 78,621 | 40.45 |
| | SP | Vachaspati | 52,418 | 26.97 |
| | BSP | Saeedurrab | 43,782 | 22.52 |
| | BMP | Ashish Kumar Maurya | 4,453 | 2.29 |
| | IND | Vishwajeet Singh | 2,396 | 1.23 |
| Majority | Majority | Majority | 26,203 | 13.36 |
| Turnout | Turnout | Turnout | 1,96,202 | 55.94 |
| | BJP gain from SP | BJP gain from SP | Swing | |

### 2014 Bypoll

By-election, 2014: Sirathu :
| Party | Party | Candidate | Votes | % |
| | SP | Vachaspati | 79,540 | 47.71 |
| | BJP | Santosh Singh Patel | 55,018 | 33.00 |
| Majority | Majority | Majority | | |
| Turnout | Turnout | Turnout | 1,68,351 | 49.61 |
| | SP gain from BJP | SP gain from BJP | Swing | |

### 2012

2012 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly election: Sirathu :
| Party | Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% |
| | BJP | Keshav Prasad Maurya | 57,926 | 30.3 | +30.3 |
| | BSP | Anand Mohan | 48,063 | 25.1 | −23.7 |
| | SP | Kailash Kesarwani | 32,309 | 16.9 | −8.6 |
| | INC | Mohd Farid Khan | 20,890 | 10.9 | +3.2 |
| | AD | Istiyak Ahmad | 9,527 | 5.0 | −7.6 |
| Majority | Majority | Majority | 9,863 | 5.2 | |
| Turnout | Turnout | Turnout | 1,69,100 | 49.61 | |
| | BJP gain from BSP | BJP gain from BSP | Swing | | |