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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahajkot
As per Census 2011, Sahajkot village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 39 males and 68 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,743 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahajkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 39 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 107, including 39 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Sahajkot?
There are 24 households in Sahajkot.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajkot is 64.49%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 55.88%.