It is the second largest city in the district after the headquarters by population, area and economy.

The State Capital city, Bengaluru, is 120 km from Sira.

It is known for its historical significance as a political and military center and for being the capital of Imperial Sira Subah in the early 1700s.

As of 2011[update] India census,[3] Sira had a population of 57,554.

The literacy rate of Sira city is 83.77%, which is higher than the state average of 75.36%.