Saknari - Sult, Almora
Saknari is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pasiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saknari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saknari is 052096. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.06 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Saknari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saknari
As per Census 2011, Saknari village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 46 males and 52 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saknari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Saknari
Saknari 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 Saknari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saknari.
| 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 Ramnagar to Saknari is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Saknari is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saknari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saknari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saknari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saknari 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 Saknari
Where is Saknari located?
Saknari village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saknari?
The Gram Panchayat of Saknari is Pasiya.
What is the pincode of Saknari?
The pincode of Saknari is 263676.
What is the population of Saknari?
Saknari has a total population of 98, including 46 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Saknari?
There are 23 households in Saknari.
What is the literacy rate in Saknari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saknari is 61.22%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 63.46%.