Sini - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Sini is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Munsiari and around 76 km from Pithoragarh. Sini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sini is 049044. The village covers a total geographical area of 476.54 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sini
As per Census 2011, Sini village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 89 males and 101 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 89 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 13 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sini
Sini 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 Sini
Public transport in the Sini 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 Didihat to Sini is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sini is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sini 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 Sini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sini 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 Sini
Where is Sini located?
Sini village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sini?
Sini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sini?
The pincode of Sini is 262553.
What is the population of Sini?
Sini has a total population of 190, including 89 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sini?
There are 50 households in Sini.
What is the literacy rate in Sini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sini is 75.26%. Male literacy is 85.39% and female literacy is 66.34%.