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
As per Census 2011, Sirau village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 25 males and 36 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,440 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 30 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 61, including 25 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Sirau?
There are 15 households in Sirau.
What is the literacy rate in Sirau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirau is 50.82%. Male literacy is 44.00% and female literacy is 55.56%.