Sukunkhet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Sukunkhet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Batgal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sukunkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukunkhet is 049803. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.54 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Sukunkhet 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 Sukunkhet
As per Census 2011, Sukunkhet village has a total population of 55 people, consisting of 31 males and 24 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 774 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sukunkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sukunkhet
Sukunkhet 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 Sukunkhet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sukunkhet.
| 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 Sukunkhet is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sukunkhet is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukunkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukunkhet 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 Sukunkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukunkhet 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 Sukunkhet
Where is Sukunkhet located?
Sukunkhet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukunkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Sukunkhet is Batgal.
What is the pincode of Sukunkhet?
The pincode of Sukunkhet is 262531.
What is the population of Sukunkhet?
Sukunkhet has a total population of 55, including 31 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Sukunkhet?
There are 11 households in Sukunkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Sukunkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukunkhet is 60.00%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 54.17%.