Sira
Sira is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Sira village is also a gram panchayat.
Sira has its own place in the vibrant Udhampur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sira is 005024. The village spans a total geographical area of 1551.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182122. Chenani is nearest town to Sira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Sira
Population of Sira
Below is a concise population overview of Sira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,102 | 1,634 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 287 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 526 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 835 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 799 | 993 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sira village:
- The total population of Sira village is around 3,102, including approximately 1,634 males and 1,468 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 541 children aged 0–6 years in Sira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sira village has 1,000 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 285 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sira village is about 42.23%, with male literacy at 51.10% and female literacy at 32.36%.
- There are around 503 households in Sira village.
Connectivity of Sira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sira. As per the 2011 stats, Sira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sira
Knowing the nearby villages of Sira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sira
- Where is Sira located?
- Sira village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sira?
- Sira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sira?
- The pincode of Sira is 182122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sira is 3,102, with 1,634 males and 1,468 females.
- How many households are there in Sira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sira village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sira is 42.23%. The male literacy rate is 51.10%, while the female literacy rate is 32.36%.