Shiroli - Ranikhet, Almora
Shiroli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiroli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiroli is 052565. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.35 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Shiroli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiroli
According to the 2011 Census, Shiroli village had a total population of 61 people, including 34 males and 27 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 52.00%.
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 | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 29 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Shiroli
Shiroli 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 Shiroli
Public transport in the Shiroli 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 Shiroli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiroli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiroli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiroli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiroli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shiroli
Where is Shiroli located?
Shiroli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shiroli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiroli is Bedgaon.
What is the pincode of Shiroli?
The pincode of Shiroli is 263645.
What is the population of Shiroli?
Shiroli had a total population of 61, including 34 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Shiroli?
Shiroli had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiroli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiroli was 76.36%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 52.00%.