Sankar - Sult, Almora
Sankar is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Jamariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankar is 052206. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.13 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sankar
As per Census 2011, Sankar village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 72 males and 66 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 63 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sankar
Sankar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kopi | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Baseri | West | 3.20 km |
| Gola Malla | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Nagtale | East | 3.24 km |
| Gola Chhota | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Uniyalgaon | East | 3.92 km |
| Dungar | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Bhakra Kote | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Dhanas | East | 4.53 km |
| Basnoli | North-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankar
Public transport in the Sankar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| 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 Ramnagar to Sankar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Sankar is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankar
Where is Sankar located?
Sankar village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankar is Jamariya.
What is the pincode of Sankar?
The pincode of Sankar is 244715.
What is the population of Sankar?
Sankar has a total population of 138, including 72 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Sankar?
There are 27 households in Sankar.
What is the literacy rate in Sankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankar is 75.36%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 62.12%.