Sunkhola
About Sunkhola
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sunkhola village is 050137. Sunkhola village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 278.71 hectares. Sunkhola has a total population of 324 peoples, out of which male population is 136 while female population is 188. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1382 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sunkhola village is 64.51% out of which 83.09% males and 51.06% females are literate. There are about 78 houses in sunkhola village. Pincode of sunkhola village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Sunkhola village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sunkhola village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to sunkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 92km away.
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Population of Sunkhola
The population details of Sunkhola cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 136 | 188 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 23 | 92 |
Connectivity of Sunkhola
| 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 |
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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%.