Suri - Jainti, Almora
Suri is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Suri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suri is 053513. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.17 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Suri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suri
As per Census 2011, Suri village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 195 males and 211 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 195 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 147 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 48 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Suri
Suri 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 Suri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Suri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Almora to Suri is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suri 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 Suri
Where is Suri located?
Suri village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suri?
Suri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suri?
The pincode of Suri is 263626.
What is the population of Suri?
Suri has a total population of 406, including 195 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Suri?
There are 82 households in Suri.
What is the literacy rate in Suri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suri is 60.59%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 46.92%.