Garuwa Sirmoli - Kanda, Bageshwar
Garuwa Sirmoli is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Garwasirmoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garuwa Sirmoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garuwa Sirmoli is 050709. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.35 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Garuwa Sirmoli 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garuwa Sirmoli
According to the 2011 Census, Garuwa Sirmoli village had a total population of 381 people, including 213 males and 168 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 789 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.77%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 63.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 381 | 213 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 152 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 61 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Garuwa Sirmoli
Garuwa Sirmoli 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 Garuwa Sirmoli
Garuwa Sirmoli 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Garuwa Sirmoli is about 36 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 Garuwa Sirmoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garuwa Sirmoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garuwa Sirmoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garuwa Sirmoli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garuwa Sirmoli
Where is Garuwa Sirmoli located?
Garuwa Sirmoli village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garuwa Sirmoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Garuwa Sirmoli is Garwasirmoli.
What is the pincode of Garuwa Sirmoli?
The pincode of Garuwa Sirmoli is 263619.
What is the population of Garuwa Sirmoli?
Garuwa Sirmoli had a total population of 381, including 213 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Garuwa Sirmoli?
Garuwa Sirmoli had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garuwa Sirmoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garuwa Sirmoli was 74.77%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 63.77%.