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
According to the 2011 Census, Sakmunda village had a total population of 356 people, including 179 males and 177 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.23%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 78.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 356 | 179 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 356, including 179 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Sakmunda?
Sakmunda had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakmunda was 87.23%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 78.75%.