Sainanur - Bhikiasain, Almora
Sainanur is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhikiyasain and around 101 km from Almora. Sain Manur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainanur is 051834. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.23 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sainanur 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainanur
According to the 2011 Census, Sainanur village had a total population of 730 people, including 335 males and 395 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 95.47% and female literacy at 70.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 730 | 335 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 274 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 61 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Sainanur
Sainanur 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 Sainanur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sainanur.
| 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 Ranikhet to Sainanur is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sainanur is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sainanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sainanur
Where is Sainanur located?
Sainanur village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sainanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainanur is Sain Manur.
What is the pincode of Sainanur?
The pincode of Sainanur is 263667.
What is the population of Sainanur?
Sainanur had a total population of 730, including 335 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Sainanur?
Sainanur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainanur was 81.67%. Male literacy was 95.47% and female literacy was 70.23%.