Sirtoli - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Sirtoli is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirtoli is 049434. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.58 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sirtoli 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirtoli
According to the 2011 Census, Sirtoli village had a total population of 84 people, including 38 males and 46 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sirtoli
Sirtoli 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 Sirtoli
Public transport in the Sirtoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sirtoli is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sirtoli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirtoli 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 Sirtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirtoli 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 Sirtoli
Where is Sirtoli located?
Sirtoli village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirtoli is Bazar.
What is the pincode of Sirtoli?
The pincode of Sirtoli is 262544.
What is the population of Sirtoli?
Sirtoli had a total population of 84, including 38 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Sirtoli?
Sirtoli had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirtoli was 85.71%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 78.57%.