Suri - Barakot, Champawat
Suri is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Lohaghat and around 37 km from Champawat. Jhirkuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suri is 054182. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.31 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Suri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Suri
According to the 2011 Census, Suri village had a total population of 89 people, including 40 males and 49 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 56.82%.
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 | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 9 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Suri
Suri 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 Suri
Suri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lohaghat to Suri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Suri is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suri 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 Suri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suri 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 Suri
Where is Suri located?
Suri village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suri?
The Gram Panchayat of Suri is Jhirkuni.
What is the pincode of Suri?
The pincode of Suri is 262527.
What is the population of Suri?
Suri had a total population of 89, including 40 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Suri?
Suri had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suri was 71.79%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 56.82%.