Quiri - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Quiri is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Quiry serves as the Gram Panchayat for Quiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Quiri is 048863. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.47 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Quiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Quiri
According to the 2011 Census, Quiri village had a total population of 156 people, including 78 males and 78 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.85%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 53.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Quiri
Quiri 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 Quiri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Quiri.
| 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 Didihat to Quiri is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Quiri is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Quiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Quiri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Quiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Quiri 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 Quiri
Where is Quiri located?
Quiri village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Quiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Quiri is Quiry.
What is the pincode of Quiri?
The pincode of Quiri is 262554.
What is the population of Quiri?
Quiri had a total population of 156, including 78 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Quiri?
Quiri had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Quiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quiri was 69.85%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 53.62%.