Sankyura - Kanda, Bageshwar
Sankyura is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Saknura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankyura is 050702. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.22 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Sankyura 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankyura
According to the 2011 Census, Sankyura village had a total population of 304 people, including 150 males and 154 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.69%, with male literacy at 84.03% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 304 | 150 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 148 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 50 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sankyura
Sankyura 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 Sankyura
Public transport in the Sankyura is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Sankyura is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankyura 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 Sankyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankyura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankyura
Where is Sankyura located?
Sankyura village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankyura is Saknura.
What is the pincode of Sankyura?
The pincode of Sankyura is 263631.
What is the population of Sankyura?
Sankyura had a total population of 304, including 150 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sankyura?
Sankyura had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankyura was 74.69%. Male literacy was 84.03% and female literacy was 65.57%.