Siri - Churah, Chamba
Siri is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Chamba. Shiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siri is 006802. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Siri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siri
As per Census 2011, Siri village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 313 males and 324 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 313 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 32 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 166 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 147 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Siri
Siri 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 Siri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Siri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Siri is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siri
Where is Siri located?
Siri village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siri?
The Gram Panchayat of Siri is Shiri.
What is the pincode of Siri?
The pincode of Siri is 176316.
What is the population of Siri?
Siri has a total population of 637, including 313 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Siri?
There are 125 households in Siri.
What is the literacy rate in Siri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siri is 41.92%. Male literacy is 53.04% and female literacy is 31.17%.