Sukral - Fatehpur, Kangra
Sukral is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukral is 008927. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.03 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Sukral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sukral
According to the 2011 Census, Sukral village had a total population of 86 people, including 39 males and 47 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,205 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 82.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sukral
Sukral 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 Sukral
Sukral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Sukral is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sukral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukral 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sukral
Where is Sukral located?
Sukral village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukral?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukral is Thehar.
What is the pincode of Sukral?
The pincode of Sukral is 176053.
What is the population of Sukral?
Sukral had a total population of 86, including 39 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sukral?
Sukral had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukral was 89.47%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 82.93%.