Sirkot - Garud, Bageshwar
Sirkot is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sirkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkot is 051277. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.18 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sirkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirkot
According to the 2011 Census, Sirkot village had a total population of 1,225 people, including 579 males and 646 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.23%, with male literacy at 98.22% and female literacy at 81.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 1,225 | 579 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 116 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 496 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 83 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkot
Sirkot 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 Sirkot
Sirkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Sirkot is about 40 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 Sirkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirkot
Where is Sirkot located?
Sirkot village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirkot is Sirkote.
What is the pincode of Sirkot?
The pincode of Sirkot is 263635.
What is the population of Sirkot?
Sirkot had a total population of 1,225, including 579 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Sirkot?
Sirkot had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkot was 89.23%. Male literacy was 98.22% and female literacy was 81.29%.