Sira - Latti, Udhampur
Sira is a village situated in the Latti tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 52 km from Chenani and around 77 km from Udhampur. Marothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sira is 005024. The village covers a total geographical area of 1551.2 hectares and falls under the 182161 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sira
As per Census 2011, Sira village has a total population of 3,102 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,468 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 541 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sira are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sira
Sira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Sira is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sira is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sira
Where is Sira located?
Sira village is located in Latti Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sira?
The Gram Panchayat of Sira is Marothi.
What is the pincode of Sira?
The pincode of Sira is 182161.
What is the population of Sira?
Sira has a total population of 3,102, including 1,634 males and 1,468 females.
How many households are there in Sira?
There are 503 households in Sira.
What is the literacy rate in Sira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sira is 42.23%. Male literacy is 51.10% and female literacy is 32.36%.