Sarka - Ranikhet, Almora
Sarka is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Harde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarka is 052560. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.53 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sarka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarka
According to the 2011 Census, Sarka village had a total population of 220 people, including 120 males and 100 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.74%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 84.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 220 | 120 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sarka
Sarka 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 Sarka
Public transport in the Sarka 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 Sarka is about 32 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 Sarka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarka
Where is Sarka located?
Sarka village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarka?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarka is Harde.
What is the pincode of Sarka?
The pincode of Sarka is 263645.
What is the population of Sarka?
Sarka had a total population of 220, including 120 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Sarka?
Sarka had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarka was 89.74%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 84.62%.