Sankari - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Sankari is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Sankari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankari is 042108. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.3 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sankari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sankari
As per Census 2011, Sankari village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 466 males and 435 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 706 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 466 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 390 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 76 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Sankari
Sankari 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 Sankari
Sankari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Sankari is about 37 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 Sankari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankari 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sankari
Where is Sankari located?
Sankari village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankari?
Sankari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankari?
The pincode of Sankari is 246439.
What is the population of Sankari?
Sankari has a total population of 901, including 466 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Sankari?
There are 198 households in Sankari.
What is the literacy rate in Sankari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankari is 78.36%. Male literacy is 83.69% and female literacy is 72.64%.