Sangura Village - Ranikhet, Almora
Sangura is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangura is 052343. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.59 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sangura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sangura
As per Census 2011, Sangura village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 66 males and 86 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,303 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 66 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 10 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sangura
Sangura 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 Sangura
Public transport in the Sangura 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 Ranikhet to Sangura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sangura is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sangura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangura 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 Sangura
Where is Sangura located?
Sangura village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangura is Papda.
What is the pincode of Sangura?
The pincode of Sangura is 263645.
What is the population of Sangura?
Sangura has a total population of 152, including 66 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sangura?
There are 31 households in Sangura.
What is the literacy rate in Sangura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangura is 70.39%. Male literacy is 84.85% and female literacy is 59.30%.