Saknyari - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Saknyari is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Lansdowne and around 96 km from Pauri. Saklayani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saknyari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saknyari is 047366. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.52 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Saknyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saknyari
According to the 2011 Census, Saknyari village had a total population of 199 people, including 92 males and 107 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.27%, with male literacy at 96.25% and female literacy at 74.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 199 | 92 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Saknyari
Saknyari 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 Saknyari
Public transport in the Saknyari is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saknyari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Saknyari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Saknyari is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saknyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saknyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saknyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saknyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saknyari
Where is Saknyari located?
Saknyari village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saknyari?
The Gram Panchayat of Saknyari is Saklayani.
What is the pincode of Saknyari?
The pincode of Saknyari is 246155.
What is the population of Saknyari?
Saknyari had a total population of 199, including 92 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Saknyari?
Saknyari had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saknyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saknyari was 84.27%. Male literacy was 96.25% and female literacy was 74.49%.