Saurkhet - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Saurkhet is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from Lansdowne and around 109 km from Pauri. Chham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saurkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saurkhet is 047301. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.56 hectares and falls under the 246128 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Saurkhet 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 Saurkhet
As per Census 2011, Saurkhet village has a total population of 105 people, consisting of 46 males and 59 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,282 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saurkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 46 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 7 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Saurkhet
Saurkhet 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 Saurkhet
Saurkhet 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Saurkhet is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Saurkhet is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saurkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saurkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saurkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saurkhet 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saurkhet
Where is Saurkhet located?
Saurkhet village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saurkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Saurkhet is Chham.
What is the pincode of Saurkhet?
The pincode of Saurkhet is 246128.
What is the population of Saurkhet?
Saurkhet has a total population of 105, including 46 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Saurkhet?
There are 27 households in Saurkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Saurkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saurkhet is 72.38%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 62.71%.