Shir Kuwali - Ranikhet, Almora
Shir Kuwali is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kuwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shir Kuwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shir Kuwali is 052284. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.43 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Shir Kuwali 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shir Kuwali
According to the 2011 Census, Shir Kuwali village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Shir Kuwali
Shir Kuwali 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 Shir Kuwali
Shir Kuwali 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 Ranikhet to Shir Kuwali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Shir Kuwali is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shir Kuwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shir Kuwali 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shir Kuwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shir Kuwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shir Kuwali
Where is Shir Kuwali located?
Shir Kuwali village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shir Kuwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Shir Kuwali is Kuwali.
What is the pincode of Shir Kuwali?
The pincode of Shir Kuwali is 263645.
What is the population of Shir Kuwali?
Shir Kuwali had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Shir Kuwali?
Shir Kuwali had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shir Kuwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shir Kuwali was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.