Sunkiya - Dhari, Nainital
Sunkiya is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sunkiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkiya is 054925. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.59 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sunkiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sunkiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkiya village had a total population of 1,524 people, including 791 males and 733 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.99%, with male literacy at 95.99% and female literacy at 83.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,524 | 791 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 117 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 141 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 647 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 144 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkiya
Sunkiya 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 Sunkiya
Sunkiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Sunkiya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sunkiya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunkiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkiya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunkiya
Where is Sunkiya located?
Sunkiya village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkiya?
Sunkiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunkiya?
The pincode of Sunkiya is 263136.
What is the population of Sunkiya?
Sunkiya had a total population of 1,524, including 791 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Sunkiya?
Sunkiya had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkiya was 89.99%. Male literacy was 95.99% and female literacy was 83.62%.