Sirwari - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Sirwari is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Devprayag and around 120 km from New Tehri. Sirwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirwari is 043386. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.24 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sirwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Sirwari
According to the 2011 Census, Sirwari village had a total population of 513 people, including 200 males and 313 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,565 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.29%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 58.87%.
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 | 513 | 200 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 151 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 49 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Sirwari
Sirwari 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 Sirwari
Public transport in the Sirwari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Sirwari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sirwari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirwari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirwari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirwari
Where is Sirwari located?
Sirwari village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirwari?
Sirwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirwari?
The pincode of Sirwari is 249161.
What is the population of Sirwari?
Sirwari had a total population of 513, including 200 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Sirwari?
Sirwari had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirwari was 70.29%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 58.87%.