Sirtola - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Sirtola is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beriang and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhuvaneswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirtola is 049794. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.36 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Sirtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirtola
According to the 2011 Census, Sirtola village had a total population of 38 people, including 19 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sirtola
Sirtola 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 Sirtola
Public transport in the Sirtola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Sirtola is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirtola 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 Sirtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirtola 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 Sirtola
Where is Sirtola located?
Sirtola village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirtola is Bhuvaneswar.
What is the pincode of Sirtola?
The pincode of Sirtola is 262531.
What is the population of Sirtola?
Sirtola had a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Sirtola?
Sirtola had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirtola was 73.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.