Syaluka - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Syaluka is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Syaluka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syaluka is 040112. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.08 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Syaluka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syaluka
As per Census 2011, Syaluka village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 159 males and 170 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Syaluka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 113 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 46 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Syaluka
Syaluka 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 Syaluka
Syaluka 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 Barkot to Syaluka is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Syaluka is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syaluka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syaluka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Syaluka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syaluka 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Syaluka
Where is Syaluka located?
Syaluka village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syaluka?
Syaluka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Syaluka?
The pincode of Syaluka is 249185.
What is the population of Syaluka?
Syaluka has a total population of 329, including 159 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Syaluka?
There are 61 households in Syaluka.
What is the literacy rate in Syaluka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syaluka is 57.75%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 45.29%.