Sakalana - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sakalana is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kvila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakalana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakalana is 042634. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.98 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sakalana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakalana
As per Census 2011, Sakalana village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 121 males and 129 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakalana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 121 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 104 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 17 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sakalana
Sakalana 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 Sakalana
Sakalana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Sakalana is about 26 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 Sakalana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakalana 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 Sakalana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakalana 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 Sakalana
Where is Sakalana located?
Sakalana village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakalana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakalana is Kvila.
What is the pincode of Sakalana?
The pincode of Sakalana is 246475.
What is the population of Sakalana?
Sakalana has a total population of 250, including 121 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Sakalana?
There are 54 households in Sakalana.
What is the literacy rate in Sakalana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakalana is 71.20%. Male literacy is 85.95% and female literacy is 57.36%.