Syankuri - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Syankuri is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Syankuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syankuri is 049124. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.08 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Syankuri 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 Syankuri
As per Census 2011, Syankuri village has a total population of 1,232 people, consisting of 595 males and 637 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 832 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Syankuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 595 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 88 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 473 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 122 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Syankuri
Syankuri 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 Syankuri
Public transport in the Syankuri is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Syankuri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Syankuri is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syankuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syankuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Syankuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syankuri 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 Syankuri
Where is Syankuri located?
Syankuri village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syankuri?
Syankuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Syankuri?
The pincode of Syankuri is 262545.
What is the population of Syankuri?
Syankuri has a total population of 1,232, including 595 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Syankuri?
There are 266 households in Syankuri.
What is the literacy rate in Syankuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syankuri is 67.53%. Male literacy is 79.50% and female literacy is 56.36%.