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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Suri
According to the 2011 Census, Suri village had a total population of 406 people, including 195 males and 211 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.69%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 54.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 406 | 195 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 406, including 195 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Suri?
Suri had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suri was 70.69%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 54.40%.