Sirak - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Sirak is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sidak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirak is 040315. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.72 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sirak 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 Sirak
As per Census 2011, Sirak village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 103 males and 124 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 103 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 10 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 76 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 27 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sirak
Sirak 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 Sirak
Sirak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Sirak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sirak is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirak 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 Sirak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirak
Where is Sirak located?
Sirak village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirak?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirak is Sidak.
What is the pincode of Sirak?
The pincode of Sirak is 249141.
What is the population of Sirak?
Sirak has a total population of 227, including 103 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Sirak?
There are 47 households in Sirak.
What is the literacy rate in Sirak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirak is 55.07%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 39.52%.