Sirmola - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Sirmola is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Munsiari and around 80 km from Pithoragarh. Ruispata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirmola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirmola is 048982. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.25 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sirmola 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirmola
According to the 2011 Census, Sirmola village had a total population of 53 people, including 29 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Sirmola
Sirmola 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 Sirmola
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sirmola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sirmola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sirmola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirmola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirmola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirmola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirmola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirmola
Where is Sirmola located?
Sirmola village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirmola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirmola is Ruispata.
What is the pincode of Sirmola?
The pincode of Sirmola is 262555.
What is the population of Sirmola?
Sirmola had a total population of 53, including 29 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Sirmola?
Sirmola had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirmola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirmola was 60.87%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.