Sakar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Sakar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khulait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakar is 050067. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.49 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Sakar 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 Sakar
As per Census 2011, Sakar village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 41 males and 47 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 38 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 15 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sakar
Sakar 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 Sakar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sakar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sakar is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakar 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 Sakar
Where is Sakar located?
Sakar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakar is Khulait.
What is the pincode of Sakar?
The pincode of Sakar is 262522.
What is the population of Sakar?
Sakar has a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sakar?
There are 19 households in Sakar.
What is the literacy rate in Sakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakar is 56.82%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 51.06%.