Sunkhola
Sunkhola is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Sunkhola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sunkhola unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Sunkhola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sunkhola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sunkhola is 050137. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Sunkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 92km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sunkhola 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 Sunkhola
Population of Sunkhola
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkhola has a total population of about 324, with approximately 136 males and 188 females. The sex ratio is around 1382 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.51%, with male literacy at about 83.09% and female literacy near 51.06%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sunkhola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 136 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 23 | 92 |
Connectivity of Sunkhola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sunkhola. As per the 2011 stats, Sunkhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sunkhola
Knowing the nearby villages of Sunkhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sunkhola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunkhola
- Where is Sunkhola located?
- Sunkhola village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhola?
- Sunkhola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sunkhola?
- The pincode of Sunkhola is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sunkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sunkhola is 324, with 136 males and 188 females.
- How many households are there in Sunkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sunkhola village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sunkhola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sunkhola is 64.51%. The male literacy rate is 83.09%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.