Sirga - Sankari, Uttarkashi
Sirga is a village situated in the Sankari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Mori and around 200 km from Uttarkashi. Sirga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirga is 040232. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.05 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Sirga 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 Sirga
As per Census 2011, Sirga village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 215 males and 195 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 215 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 113 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 102 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Sirga
Sirga 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 Sirga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sirga.
| 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 Barkot to Sirga is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Sirga is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirga 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 Sirga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirga
Where is Sirga located?
Sirga village is located in Sankari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirga?
Sirga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirga?
The pincode of Sirga is 249128.
What is the population of Sirga?
Sirga has a total population of 410, including 215 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Sirga?
There are 72 households in Sirga.
What is the literacy rate in Sirga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirga is 42.93%. Male literacy is 52.56% and female literacy is 32.31%.