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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sirshora village had a total population of 342 people, including 163 males and 179 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 47.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 342 | 163 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 342, including 163 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sirshora?
Sirshora had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirshora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirshora was 64.36%. Male literacy was 82.58% and female literacy was 47.55%.