Sirdang - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Sirdang is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sir Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirdang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirdang is 049104. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.34 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Sirdang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirdang
As per Census 2011, Sirdang village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 406 males and 406 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirdang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 406 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 277 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 310 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 96 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Sirdang
Sirdang 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 Sirdang
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sirdang.
| 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 Dharchula to Sirdang is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sirdang is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirdang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirdang 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sirdang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirdang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirdang
Where is Sirdang located?
Sirdang village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirdang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirdang is Sir Dang.
What is the pincode of Sirdang?
The pincode of Sirdang is 262547.
What is the population of Sirdang?
Sirdang has a total population of 812, including 406 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Sirdang?
There are 182 households in Sirdang.
What is the literacy rate in Sirdang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirdang is 69.83%. Male literacy is 76.35% and female literacy is 63.30%.