Siri - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Siri is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Siri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siri is 041469. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.94 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Siri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siri
As per Census 2011, Siri village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 116 males and 158 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,362 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 116 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 50 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 32 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Siri
Siri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sauna | South | 0.93 km |
| Saliyana Talla | West | 1.20 km |
| Kolson | East | 1.25 km |
| Kundungra | North | 1.57 km |
| Syan Kisanpur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Sirpa | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Jainta | South | 1.77 km |
| Chula | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Matiyala | South | 2.16 km |
| Ratura | West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siri
Siri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.5 km.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Siri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Siri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siri
Where is Siri located?
Siri village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siri?
Siri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siri?
The pincode of Siri is 246444.
What is the population of Siri?
Siri has a total population of 274, including 116 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Siri?
There are 60 households in Siri.
What is the literacy rate in Siri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siri is 64.60%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 58.86%.