Sukhi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Sukhi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhalagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhi is 040857. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.04 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sukhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sukhi village had a total population of 174 people, including 88 males and 86 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.79%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 173.
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 | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhi
Sukhi 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 Sukhi
Public transport in the Sukhi 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 Joshimath to Sukhi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sukhi is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhi 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 Sukhi
Where is Sukhi located?
Sukhi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukhi is Bhalagaon.
What is the pincode of Sukhi?
The pincode of Sukhi is 246443.
What is the population of Sukhi?
Sukhi had a total population of 174, including 88 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sukhi?
Sukhi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhi was 72.79%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 62.67%.