Syura - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Syura is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Ghansali and around 94 km from New Tehri. Poni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syura is 042784. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.49 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Syura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syura
As per Census 2011, Syura village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 72 males and 111 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,541 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Syura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 72 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 24 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Syura
Syura 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 Syura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Syura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Syura is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Syura is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syura 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 Syura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syura 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 Syura
Where is Syura located?
Syura village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syura?
The Gram Panchayat of Syura is Poni.
What is the pincode of Syura?
The pincode of Syura is 249125.
What is the population of Syura?
Syura has a total population of 183, including 72 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Syura?
There are 42 households in Syura.
What is the literacy rate in Syura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syura is 54.10%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 45.95%.