Sakmunda
Sakmunda is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Sakmunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Sakmunda has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal 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 Sakmunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakmunda is 047395. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246139. Lansdowne is nearest town to Sakmunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sakmunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sakmunda
Population of Sakmunda
Below is a concise population overview of Sakmunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 179 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 280 | 154 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 25 | 51 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakmunda village:
- The total population of Sakmunda village is around 356, including approximately 179 males and 177 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Sakmunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakmunda village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sakmunda village is about 78.65%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 71.19%.
- There are around 105 households in Sakmunda village.
Connectivity of Sakmunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakmunda. As per the 2011 stats, Sakmunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sakmunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakmunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakmunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakmunda
- Where is Sakmunda located?
- Sakmunda village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakmunda?
- Sakmunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sakmunda?
- The pincode of Sakmunda is 246139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakmunda is 356, with 179 males and 177 females.
- How many households are there in Sakmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakmunda village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakmunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakmunda is 78.65%. The male literacy rate is 86.03%, while the female literacy rate is 71.19%.