Syalkot - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Syalkot is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Satpuli and around 49 km from Pauri Garhwal. Shalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syalkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syalkot is 047876. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.49 hectares and falls under the 246131 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Syalkot 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 Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syalkot
According to the 2011 Census, Syalkot village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Syalkot
Syalkot 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 Syalkot
Syalkot 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 Syalkot is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Syalkot is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syalkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syalkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Syalkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syalkot 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 Syalkot
Where is Syalkot located?
Syalkot village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syalkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Syalkot is Shalkot.
What is the pincode of Syalkot?
The pincode of Syalkot is 246131.
What is the population of Syalkot?
Syalkot had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Syalkot?
Syalkot had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syalkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syalkot was 81.82%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 69.57%.