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 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 Sakar
According to the 2011 Census, Sakar village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.46%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 63.16%.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sakar?
Sakar had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakar was 72.46%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 63.16%.