Sinaura Dangwal - Bhikiasain, Almora
Sinaura Dangwal is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhikiyasain and around 90 km from Almora. Sinoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinaura Dangwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinaura Dangwal is 051717. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.13 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sinaura Dangwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinaura Dangwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sinaura Dangwal village had a total population of 570 people, including 272 males and 298 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.57%, with male literacy at 94.20% and female literacy at 69.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 272 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 88 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 211 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 61 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Sinaura Dangwal
Sinaura Dangwal 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 Sinaura Dangwal
Sinaura Dangwal 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 Ranikhet to Sinaura Dangwal is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sinaura Dangwal 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 Sinaura Dangwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinaura Dangwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sinaura Dangwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinaura Dangwal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sinaura Dangwal
Where is Sinaura Dangwal located?
Sinaura Dangwal village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinaura Dangwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinaura Dangwal is Sinoura.
What is the pincode of Sinaura Dangwal?
The pincode of Sinaura Dangwal is 263645.
What is the population of Sinaura Dangwal?
Sinaura Dangwal had a total population of 570, including 272 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Sinaura Dangwal?
Sinaura Dangwal had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinaura Dangwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinaura Dangwal was 80.57%. Male literacy was 94.20% and female literacy was 69.06%.