Sakmunda - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Sakmunda is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Lansdowne and around 79 km from Pauri. Sakmunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakmunda is 047395. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.35 hectares and falls under the 246193 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sakmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakmunda
As per Census 2011, Sakmunda village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 179 males and 177 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 179 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 154 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 25 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Sakmunda
Sakmunda 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 Sakmunda
Sakmunda 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 Lansdowne to Sakmunda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sakmunda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sakmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sakmunda
Where is Sakmunda located?
Sakmunda village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakmunda?
Sakmunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakmunda?
The pincode of Sakmunda is 246193.
What is the population of Sakmunda?
Sakmunda has a total population of 356, including 179 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Sakmunda?
There are 105 households in Sakmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sakmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakmunda is 78.65%. Male literacy is 86.03% and female literacy is 71.19%.