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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirsa
As per Census 2011, Sirsa village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 235 males and 244 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 235 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| 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 has a total population of 479, including 235 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sirsa?
There are 103 households in Sirsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsa is 74.32%. Male literacy is 81.28% and female literacy is 67.62%.