Sagar - Bhanoli, Almora
Sagar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Danya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagar is 053640. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.41 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Sagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sagar village had a total population of 231 people, including 109 males and 122 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.58%, with male literacy at 83.15% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Sagar
Sagar 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 Sagar
Sagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Almora to Sagar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagar 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 Sagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sagar
Where is Sagar located?
Sagar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sagar is Danya.
What is the pincode of Sagar?
The pincode of Sagar is 263622.
What is the population of Sagar?
Sagar had a total population of 231, including 109 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Sagar?
Sagar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagar was 71.58%. Male literacy was 83.15% and female literacy was 61.39%.