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
According to the 2011 Census, Syura village had a total population of 183 people, including 72 males and 111 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,542 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.87%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 54.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 183 | 72 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 183, including 72 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Syura?
Syura had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syura was 63.87%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 54.26%.