Sartola - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Sartola is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Gangolihat and around 125 km from Pithoragarh. Sartola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sartola is 049933. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.59 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Sartola 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 Sartola
According to the 2011 Census, Sartola village had a total population of 199 people, including 91 males and 108 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,187 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.94%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.43%.
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 | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 4 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 4 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sartola
Sartola 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 Sartola
Sartola 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 Pithoragarh to Sartola is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sartola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sartola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sartola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sartola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sartola
Where is Sartola located?
Sartola village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sartola?
Sartola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sartola?
The pincode of Sartola is 262532.
What is the population of Sartola?
Sartola had a total population of 199, including 91 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Sartola?
Sartola had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sartola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sartola was 89.94%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.43%.