Sirkhet - Dhoomakot, Pauri Garhwal
Sirkhet is a village situated in the Dhoomakot tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Dhoomakot and around 110 km from Pauri. Birkhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirkhet is 046958. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.27 hectares and falls under the 246277 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sirkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Sirkhet village had a total population of 114 people, including 60 males and 54 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Sirkhet
Sirkhet 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 Sirkhet
Public transport in the Sirkhet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ramnagar to Sirkhet is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sirkhet is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirkhet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sirkhet
Where is Sirkhet located?
Sirkhet village is located in Dhoomakot Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirkhet is Birkhet.
What is the pincode of Sirkhet?
The pincode of Sirkhet is 246277.
What is the population of Sirkhet?
Sirkhet had a total population of 114, including 60 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sirkhet?
Sirkhet had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkhet was 75.51%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.00%.