Suwakot Pokhari - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Suwakot Pokhari is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 94 km from Dhari and around 134 km from Nainital. Suwakot Pokhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suwakot Pokhari is 055070. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.51 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Suwakot Pokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suwakot Pokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Suwakot Pokhari village had a total population of 381 people, including 193 males and 188 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.82%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 60.26%.
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 | 381 | 193 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 140 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 53 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Suwakot Pokhari
Suwakot Pokhari 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 Suwakot Pokhari
Suwakot Pokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bhimtal to Suwakot Pokhari is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Suwakot Pokhari is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suwakot Pokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suwakot Pokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suwakot Pokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suwakot Pokhari 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 Suwakot Pokhari
Where is Suwakot Pokhari located?
Suwakot Pokhari village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suwakot Pokhari?
Suwakot Pokhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suwakot Pokhari?
The pincode of Suwakot Pokhari is 263157.
What is the population of Suwakot Pokhari?
Suwakot Pokhari had a total population of 381, including 193 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Suwakot Pokhari?
Suwakot Pokhari had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suwakot Pokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suwakot Pokhari was 73.82%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 60.26%.