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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sainikhet village had a total population of 170 people, including 91 males and 79 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.05%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 79.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 170, including 91 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sainikhet?
Sainikhet had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainikhet was 87.05%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 79.71%.