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
As per Census 2011, Sirkhet village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 60 males and 54 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 114, including 60 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sirkhet?
There are 23 households in Sirkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Sirkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirkhet is 64.91%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 62.96%.