Suktoli - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Suktoli is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sukhtoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suktoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suktoli is 041418. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.82 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Suktoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Suktoli
According to the 2011 Census, Suktoli village had a total population of 179 people, including 79 males and 100 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 94.03% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 179 | 79 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Suktoli
Suktoli 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 Suktoli
Suktoli 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 Suktoli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Suktoli is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suktoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suktoli 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 Suktoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suktoli 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 Suktoli
Where is Suktoli located?
Suktoli village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suktoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Suktoli is Sukhtoli.
What is the pincode of Suktoli?
The pincode of Suktoli is 246474.
What is the population of Suktoli?
Suktoli had a total population of 179, including 79 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Suktoli?
Suktoli had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suktoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suktoli was 81.13%. Male literacy was 94.03% and female literacy was 71.74%.