Sir Sher - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Sir Sher is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 61 km from Devprayag and around 116 km from New Tehri. Sirsed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sir Sher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sir Sher is 043346. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.48 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sir Sher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sir Sher
As per Census 2011, Sir Sher village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 227 males and 322 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,418 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sir Sher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 227 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 178 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 49 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Sir Sher
Sir Sher 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 Sir Sher
Sir Sher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Sir Sher is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sir Sher is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sir Sher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sir Sher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sir Sher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sir Sher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sir Sher
Where is Sir Sher located?
Sir Sher village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sir Sher?
The Gram Panchayat of Sir Sher is Sirsed.
What is the pincode of Sir Sher?
The pincode of Sir Sher is 249161.
What is the population of Sir Sher?
Sir Sher has a total population of 549, including 227 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Sir Sher?
There are 142 households in Sir Sher.
What is the literacy rate in Sir Sher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sir Sher is 66.67%. Male literacy is 78.41% and female literacy is 58.39%.