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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sankyura village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 150 males and 154 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 295 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankyura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 150 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 148 | 147 |
| 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 has a total population of 304, including 150 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Sankyura?
There are 64 households in Sankyura.
What is the literacy rate in Sankyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankyura is 59.21%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 51.95%.