Sangur - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Sangur is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Ukhimath and around 30 km from Rudraprayag. Naini Paundar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangur is 042257. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sangur 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangur
According to the 2011 Census, Sangur village had a total population of 173 people, including 72 males and 101 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,403 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.74%, with male literacy at 98.39% and female literacy at 67.03%.
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 | 173 | 72 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 11 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sangur
Sangur 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 Sangur
Sangur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Sangur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sangur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sangur
Where is Sangur located?
Sangur village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sangur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangur is Naini Paundar.
What is the pincode of Sangur?
The pincode of Sangur is 246425.
What is the population of Sangur?
Sangur had a total population of 173, including 72 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sangur?
Sangur had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangur was 79.74%. Male literacy was 98.39% and female literacy was 67.03%.