Sukni - Poornagiri, Champawat
Sukni is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Budam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukni is 054394. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.68 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sukni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sukni
According to the 2011 Census, Sukni village had a total population of 192 people, including 91 males and 101 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.44%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 192 | 91 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Sukni
Sukni 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 Sukni
Public transport in the Sukni 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 Tanakpur to Sukni is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sukni 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 Sukni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukni 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 Sukni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukni 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sukni
Where is Sukni located?
Sukni village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sukni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukni is Budam.
What is the pincode of Sukni?
The pincode of Sukni is 262523.
What is the population of Sukni?
Sukni had a total population of 192, including 91 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sukni?
Sukni had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukni was 66.44%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 50.00%.