Saikot
About Saikot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Saikot village is 041007. Saikot village is located in Chamoli tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chamoli (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Saikot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 128.6 hectares. Saikot has a total population of 805 peoples, out of which male population is 401 while female population is 404. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of saikot village is 80.12% out of which 86.28% males and 74.01% females are literate. There are about 163 houses in saikot village. Pincode of saikot village locality is 246424.
When it comes to administration, Saikot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Saikot village comes under Badrinath Vidhan Sabha constituency & Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Chamoli is nearest town to saikot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Saikot
The population details of Saikot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 401 | 404 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 346 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 55 | 105 |
Connectivity of Saikot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saikot
Where is Saikot located?
Saikot village is situated in Chamoli Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikot?
Saikot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Saikot?
The pincode of Saikot is 246424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saikot is 805, with 401 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Saikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saikot village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saikot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saikot is 80.12%. The male literacy rate is 86.28%, while the female literacy rate is 74.01%.