Sarkande
Sarkande is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chahaj is the gram panchayat of Sarkande village.
Sarkande has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sarkande
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkande is 050138. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Sarkande village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 66km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarkande village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarkande
Population of Sarkande
Below is a concise population overview of Sarkande as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sarkande village:
- The total population of Sarkande village is around 26, including approximately 13 males and 13 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Sarkande village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Sarkande village is about 65.38%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 61.54%.
- There are around 5 households in Sarkande village.
Connectivity of Sarkande
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkande. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkande had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkande
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkande helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkande.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkande
- Where is Sarkande located?
- Sarkande village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkande?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sarkande is Chahaj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sarkande?
- The pincode of Sarkande is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkande is 26, with 13 males and 13 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkande as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkande village has a total of 5 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkande as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkande is 65.38%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.