Syalsi - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Syalsi is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 91 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Syalsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syalsi is 044267. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.23 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Syalsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syalsi
As per Census 2011, Syalsi village has a total population of 618 people, consisting of 330 males and 288 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Syalsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 330 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 278 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 52 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Syalsi
Syalsi 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 Syalsi
Syalsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Syalsi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Syalsi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Syalsi is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syalsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syalsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Syalsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syalsi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Syalsi
Where is Syalsi located?
Syalsi village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syalsi?
Syalsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Syalsi?
The pincode of Syalsi is 249180.
What is the population of Syalsi?
Syalsi has a total population of 618, including 330 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Syalsi?
There are 126 households in Syalsi.
What is the literacy rate in Syalsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syalsi is 75.40%. Male literacy is 84.24% and female literacy is 65.28%.