Sainari - Ranikhet, Almora
Sainari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sanri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainari is 052348. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.14 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sainari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sainari
As per Census 2011, Sainari village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 58 males and 82 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,413 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 58 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 11 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sainari
Sainari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pastorawar | South | 0.80 km |
| Malli Saloni | East | 1.05 km |
| Mehal Khand | West | 1.36 km |
| Hadoli | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Seltana | South | 1.62 km |
| Malla Dauda | East | 1.94 km |
| Gatoli | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Miloti | East | 2.05 km |
| Raili Bayali | West | 2.07 km |
| Sagneti | North-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sainari
Sainari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranikhet to Sainari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sainari is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainari 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 Sainari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainari 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 Sainari
Where is Sainari located?
Sainari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainari is Sanri.
What is the pincode of Sainari?
The pincode of Sainari is 263645.
What is the population of Sainari?
Sainari has a total population of 140, including 58 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Sainari?
There are 36 households in Sainari.
What is the literacy rate in Sainari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainari is 67.14%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 57.32%.