Sirsa - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Sirsa is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sirsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsa is 054539. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.13 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sirsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsa
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsa village had a total population of 479 people, including 235 males and 244 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 74.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 479 | 235 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 191 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 44 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsa
Sirsa 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 Sirsa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sirsa.
| 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 Almora to Sirsa is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sirsa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirsa 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 Sirsa
Where is Sirsa located?
Sirsa village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirsa?
Sirsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirsa?
The pincode of Sirsa is 263135.
What is the population of Sirsa?
Sirsa had a total population of 479, including 235 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sirsa?
Sirsa had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsa was 84.16%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 74.66%.