Saukiyathal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Saukiyathal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Manakbhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saukiyathal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saukiyathal is 050788. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.9 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Saukiyathal 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 Saukiyathal
According to the 2011 Census, Saukiyathal village had a total population of 27 people, including 7 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 2,857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 27 | 7 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Saukiyathal
Saukiyathal 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 Saukiyathal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Saukiyathal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Saukiyathal is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saukiyathal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saukiyathal 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 Saukiyathal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saukiyathal 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 Saukiyathal
Where is Saukiyathal located?
Saukiyathal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saukiyathal?
The Gram Panchayat of Saukiyathal is Manakbhada.
What is the pincode of Saukiyathal?
The pincode of Saukiyathal is 263631.
What is the population of Saukiyathal?
Saukiyathal had a total population of 27, including 7 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Saukiyathal?
Saukiyathal had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saukiyathal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saukiyathal was 77.78%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 75.00%.