Syura - Jainti, Almora
Syura is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Selta Chapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syura is 053488. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.62 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Syura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Syura
According to the 2011 Census, Syura village had a total population of 128 people, including 63 males and 65 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.64%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 46.30%.
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 | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 52 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 11 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Syura
Syura 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 Syura
Syura 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 <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 Syura is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syura 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 Syura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syura 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 Syura
Where is Syura located?
Syura village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syura?
The Gram Panchayat of Syura is Selta Chapar.
What is the pincode of Syura?
The pincode of Syura is 263626.
What is the population of Syura?
Syura had a total population of 128, including 63 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Syura?
Syura had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syura was 70.64%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 46.30%.