Sumgarh - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Sumgarh is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sumgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumgarh is 050530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1167.15 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sumgarh 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 Sumgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Sumgarh village had a total population of 859 people, including 405 males and 454 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.01%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 59.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 859 | 405 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 121 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 288 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 117 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Sumgarh
Sumgarh 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 Sumgarh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sumgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Sumgarh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sumgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sumgarh
Where is Sumgarh located?
Sumgarh village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sumgarh?
Sumgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sumgarh?
The pincode of Sumgarh is 263679.
What is the population of Sumgarh?
Sumgarh had a total population of 859, including 405 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Sumgarh?
Sumgarh had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumgarh was 70.01%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 59.75%.