Sakania Kote - Someshwar, Almora
Sakania Kote is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sakniya Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakania Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakania Kote is 053380. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.13 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sakania Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sakania Kote
As per Census 2011, Sakania Kote village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 115 males and 127 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakania Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 115 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 98 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 17 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sakania Kote
Sakania Kote 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 Sakania Kote
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sakania Kote.
| 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 Sakania Kote is about 28 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 Sakania Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakania Kote 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 Sakania Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakania Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakania Kote
Where is Sakania Kote located?
Sakania Kote village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakania Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakania Kote is Sakniya Kot.
What is the pincode of Sakania Kote?
The pincode of Sakania Kote is 263636.
What is the population of Sakania Kote?
Sakania Kote has a total population of 242, including 115 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Sakania Kote?
There are 55 households in Sakania Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Sakania Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakania Kote is 71.07%. Male literacy is 85.22% and female literacy is 58.27%.