Salkhanyari - Garud, Bageshwar
Salkhanyari is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Salikhanyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salkhanyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkhanyari is 051338. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.16 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Salkhanyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salkhanyari
According to the 2011 Census, Salkhanyari village had a total population of 206 people, including 114 males and 92 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.46%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 206 | 114 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 86 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Salkhanyari
Salkhanyari 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 Salkhanyari
Public transport in the Salkhanyari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Salkhanyari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkhanyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkhanyari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salkhanyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkhanyari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salkhanyari
Where is Salkhanyari located?
Salkhanyari village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salkhanyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Salkhanyari is Salikhanyari.
What is the pincode of Salkhanyari?
The pincode of Salkhanyari is 263635.
What is the population of Salkhanyari?
Salkhanyari had a total population of 206, including 114 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Salkhanyari?
Salkhanyari had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkhanyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkhanyari was 80.46%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 67.50%.