Siri - Shama, Bageshwar
Siri is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Kapkot and around 45 km from Bageshwar. Shiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siri is 050564. The village covers a total geographical area of 746.28 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Siri 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 Siri
According to the 2011 Census, Siri village had a total population of 316 people, including 140 males and 176 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.48%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 58.23%.
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 | 316 | 140 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 34 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Siri
Siri 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 Siri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Siri.
| 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 Siri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Siri
Where is Siri located?
Siri village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siri?
The Gram Panchayat of Siri is Shiri.
What is the pincode of Siri?
The pincode of Siri is 263633.
What is the population of Siri?
Siri had a total population of 316, including 140 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Siri?
Siri had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siri was 71.48%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 58.23%.