Sainikhet
Sainikhet is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Jagthali is the gram panchayat of Sainikhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Sainikhet unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Sainikhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sainikhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sainikhet is 049622. The village spans a total geographical area of 5.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262531. Didihat is nearest town to Sainikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
Google Map of Sainikhet
Population of Sainikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Sainikhet has a total population of about 170, with approximately 91 males and 79 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.18%, with male literacy at about 72.53% and female literacy near 69.62%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sainikhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
Connectivity of Sainikhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sainikhet. As per the 2011 stats, Sainikhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sainikhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Sainikhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sainikhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sainikhet
- Where is Sainikhet located?
- Sainikhet village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sainikhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sainikhet is Jagthali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sainikhet?
- The pincode of Sainikhet is 262531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sainikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sainikhet is 170, with 91 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Sainikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sainikhet village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sainikhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sainikhet is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 72.53%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.