Sirshora - Lamgada, Almora
Sirshora is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Jainti and around 43 km from Almora. Sirsora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirshora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirshora is 053401. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.23 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sirshora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirshora
As per Census 2011, Sirshora village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 163 males and 179 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirshora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 163 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 109 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 54 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Sirshora
Sirshora 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 Sirshora
Sirshora 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 Sirshora is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirshora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirshora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirshora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirshora 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 Sirshora
Where is Sirshora located?
Sirshora village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirshora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirshora is Sirsora.
What is the pincode of Sirshora?
The pincode of Sirshora is 263625.
What is the population of Sirshora?
Sirshora has a total population of 342, including 163 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sirshora?
There are 67 households in Sirshora.
What is the literacy rate in Sirshora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirshora is 51.75%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 37.99%.