Sarkande - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Sarkande is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chahaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkande is 050138. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.13 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sarkande 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 Sarkande
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkande village had a total population of 26 people, including 13 males and 13 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkande
Sarkande 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 Sarkande
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarkande.
| 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 Sarkande is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkande 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarkande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkande 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 Sarkande
Where is Sarkande located?
Sarkande village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarkande?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkande is Chahaj.
What is the pincode of Sarkande?
The pincode of Sarkande is 262522.
What is the population of Sarkande?
Sarkande had a total population of 26, including 13 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Sarkande?
Sarkande had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkande was 80.95%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 72.73%.