Sunkhola - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Sunkhola is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sunkhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkhola is 050137. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.71 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Sunkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sunkhola
As per Census 2011, Sunkhola village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 136 males and 188 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,382 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sunkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 136 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 23 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkhola
Sunkhola 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 Sunkhola
Public transport in the Sunkhola is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sunkhola is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkhola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sunkhola
Where is Sunkhola located?
Sunkhola village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sunkhola?
Sunkhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sunkhola?
The pincode of Sunkhola is 262522.
What is the population of Sunkhola?
Sunkhola has a total population of 324, including 136 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Sunkhola?
There are 78 households in Sunkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkhola is 64.51%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 51.06%.