Sirau - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Sirau is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Jakhnidhar and around 56 km from New Tehri. Chadiyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirau is 043705. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.16 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Sirau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sirau
According to the 2011 Census, Sirau village had a total population of 61 people, including 25 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,440 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Sirau
Sirau 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 Sirau
Sirau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sirau is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sirau is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirau
Where is Sirau located?
Sirau village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirau is Chadiyara.
What is the pincode of Sirau?
The pincode of Sirau is 249121.
What is the population of Sirau?
Sirau had a total population of 61, including 25 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Sirau?
Sirau had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirau was 68.89%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.