Sugar Khal - Ranikhet, Almora
Sugar Khal is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Riyuni Malli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sugar Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugar Khal is 052305. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.95 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sugar Khal 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sugar Khal
According to the 2011 Census, Sugar Khal village had a total population of 107 people, including 46 males and 61 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,326 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 69.39%.
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 | 107 | 46 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sugar Khal
Sugar Khal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkhet | East | 1.32 km |
| Turkaura | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Dadgaliya | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Naini | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Dalmoti | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Lawasi | North | 2.73 km |
| Jarga | North | 3.03 km |
| Banoliya | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Bhaisoli | South | 3.76 km |
| Mauna | North-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sugar Khal
Public transport in the Sugar Khal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Sugar Khal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sugar Khal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sugar Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugar Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sugar Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugar Khal 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 Sugar Khal
Where is Sugar Khal located?
Sugar Khal village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sugar Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sugar Khal is Riyuni Malli.
What is the pincode of Sugar Khal?
The pincode of Sugar Khal is 263652.
What is the population of Sugar Khal?
Sugar Khal had a total population of 107, including 46 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Sugar Khal?
Sugar Khal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sugar Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugar Khal was 79.55%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 69.39%.