Sakar - Someshwar, Almora
Sakar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sakar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakar is 053385. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.1 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sakar 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sakar
According to the 2011 Census, Sakar village had a total population of 295 people, including 141 males and 154 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.71%, with male literacy at 93.39% and female literacy at 75.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Sakar
Sakar 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 Sakar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sakar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Sakar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakar
Where is Sakar located?
Sakar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakar?
Sakar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakar?
The pincode of Sakar is 263636.
What is the population of Sakar?
Sakar had a total population of 295, including 141 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sakar?
Sakar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakar was 83.71%. Male literacy was 93.39% and female literacy was 75.52%.