Sahajkot - Gairsain, Chamoli
Sahajkot is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhandari Khor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahajkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajkot is 042006. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.52 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Sahajkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahajkot
According to the 2011 Census, Sahajkot village had a total population of 107 people, including 39 males and 68 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,744 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 107 | 39 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 8 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajkot
Sahajkot 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 Sahajkot
Sahajkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sahajkot is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sahajkot is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajkot 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajkot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahajkot
Where is Sahajkot located?
Sahajkot village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahajkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahajkot is Bhandari Khor.
What is the pincode of Sahajkot?
The pincode of Sahajkot is 246431.
What is the population of Sahajkot?
Sahajkot had a total population of 107, including 39 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Sahajkot?
Sahajkot had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajkot was 76.67%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 66.67%.