Sainikhet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Sainikhet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainikhet is 049622. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.19 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Sainikhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainikhet
As per Census 2011, Sainikhet village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 91 males and 79 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainikhet are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Sainikhet
Sainikhet 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 Sainikhet
Public transport in the Sainikhet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sainikhet is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sainikhet is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainikhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sainikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainikhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sainikhet
Where is Sainikhet located?
Sainikhet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainikhet is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Sainikhet?
The pincode of Sainikhet is 262531.
What is the population of Sainikhet?
Sainikhet has a total population of 170, including 91 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sainikhet?
There are 39 households in Sainikhet.
What is the literacy rate in Sainikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainikhet is 71.18%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 69.62%.