Sankot

Sankot is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sankot village is also a gram panchayat.

Sankot has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sankot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sankot is 041649. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246444. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Sankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Sankot

Below is a concise population overview of Sankot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 694 346 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 55 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 227 115 112
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 442 260 182
Illiterate Population 252 86 166

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sankot village:

  • The total population of Sankot village is around 694, including approximately 346 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Sankot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sankot village has 227 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sankot village is about 63.69%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 52.30%.
  • There are around 136 households in Sankot village.

Connectivity of Sankot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sankot. As per the 2011 stats, Sankot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sankot

Knowing the nearby villages of Sankot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sankot.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sankot

Where is Sankot located?
Sankot village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankot?
Sankot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sankot?
The pincode of Sankot is 246444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sankot is 694, with 346 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Sankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sankot village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sankot is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 75.14%, while the female literacy rate is 52.30%.