Sarkuli - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Sarkuli is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Analebail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkuli is 603542. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.08 hectares and falls under the 581450 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sarkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkuli village had a total population of 510 people, including 247 males and 263 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 94.27% and female literacy at 86.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkuli
Sarkuli 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 Sarkuli
Sarkuli 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirsi to Sarkuli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Sarkuli 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 Sarkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkuli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarkuli
Where is Sarkuli located?
Sarkuli village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkuli is Analebail.
What is the pincode of Sarkuli?
The pincode of Sarkuli is 581450.
What is the population of Sarkuli?
Sarkuli had a total population of 510, including 247 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Sarkuli?
Sarkuli had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkuli was 90.32%. Male literacy was 94.27% and female literacy was 86.55%.