Sirgaon - Dhyari, Almora
Sirgaon is a village situated in the Dhyari tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Bhanoli and around 67 km from Almora. Anoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirgaon is 053742. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.09 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Sirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sirgaon village had a total population of 224 people, including 91 males and 133 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 58.47%.
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 | 224 | 91 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 25 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Sirgaon
Sirgaon 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 Sirgaon
Sirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Almora to Sirgaon is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirgaon 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 Sirgaon
Where is Sirgaon located?
Sirgaon village is located in Dhyari Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirgaon is Anoli.
What is the pincode of Sirgaon?
The pincode of Sirgaon is 263622.
What is the population of Sirgaon?
Sirgaon had a total population of 224, including 91 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Sirgaon?
Sirgaon had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirgaon was 70.31%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 58.47%.