Sugar Khal - Barakot, Champawat
Sugar Khal is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Lohaghat and around 60 km from Champawat. Sungar Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sugar Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sugar Khal is 054129. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.01 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sugar Khal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sugar Khal
According to the 2011 Census, Sugar Khal village had a total population of 555 people, including 267 males and 288 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 90.67% and female literacy at 57.08%.
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 | 555 | 267 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 204 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 63 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Sugar Khal
Sugar Khal 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 Sugar Khal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sugar Khal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Sugar Khal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sugar Khal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sugar Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sugar Khal 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 Sugar Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sugar Khal 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 Sugar Khal
Where is Sugar Khal located?
Sugar Khal village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sugar Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sugar Khal is Sungar Khal.
What is the pincode of Sugar Khal?
The pincode of Sugar Khal is 262527.
What is the population of Sugar Khal?
Sugar Khal had a total population of 555, including 267 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Sugar Khal?
Sugar Khal had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sugar Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sugar Khal was 73.33%. Male literacy was 90.67% and female literacy was 57.08%.