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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saknari
According to the 2011 Census, Saknari village had a total population of 98 people, including 46 males and 52 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.29%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 67.35%.
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 | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 98, including 46 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Saknari?
Saknari had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saknari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saknari was 72.29%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 67.35%.