Sakdina - Ranikhet, Almora
Sakdina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pajeena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakdina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakdina is 052549. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.89 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sakdina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sakdina
According to the 2011 Census, Sakdina village had a total population of 16 people, including 9 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Sakdina
Sakdina 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 Sakdina
Sakdina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Sakdina is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakdina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakdina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakdina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakdina 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 Sakdina
Where is Sakdina located?
Sakdina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakdina?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakdina is Pajeena.
What is the pincode of Sakdina?
The pincode of Sakdina is 263645.
What is the population of Sakdina?
Sakdina had a total population of 16, including 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Sakdina?
Sakdina had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakdina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakdina was 84.62%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.