Sibana - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Sibana is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Raitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibana is 050128. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.79 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Sibana 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 Sibana
According to the 2011 Census, Sibana village had a total population of 49 people, including 24 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.44%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Sibana
Sibana 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 Sibana
Sibana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Pithoragarh to Sibana is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sibana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sibana 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 Sibana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sibana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sibana
Where is Sibana located?
Sibana village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sibana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibana is Raitola.
What is the pincode of Sibana?
The pincode of Sibana is 262522.
What is the population of Sibana?
Sibana had a total population of 49, including 24 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Sibana?
Sibana had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sibana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibana was 84.44%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 75.00%.