Sirani - Bhanoli, Almora
Sirani is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Seli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirani is 053591. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.76 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sirani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirani
As per Census 2011, Sirani village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 48 males and 55 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sirani
Sirani 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 Sirani
Sirani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Sirani is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirani
Where is Sirani located?
Sirani village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirani is Seli.
What is the pincode of Sirani?
The pincode of Sirani is 263622.
What is the population of Sirani?
Sirani has a total population of 103, including 48 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sirani?
There are 22 households in Sirani.
What is the literacy rate in Sirani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirani is 61.17%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 56.36%.