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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sibana village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 24 males and 25 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sibana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 49, including 24 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Sibana?
There are 13 households in Sibana.
What is the literacy rate in Sibana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibana is 77.55%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 72.00%.