Sakani - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Sakani is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 105 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakani is 043161. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.32 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sakani 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakani
According to the 2011 Census, Sakani village had a total population of 179 people, including 80 males and 99 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 179 | 80 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 23 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sakani
Sakani 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 Sakani
Sakani 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 Devprayag to Sakani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sakani is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakani
Where is Sakani located?
Sakani village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakani is Saur.
What is the pincode of Sakani?
The pincode of Sakani is 249161.
What is the population of Sakani?
Sakani had a total population of 179, including 80 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Sakani?
Sakani had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakani was 66.45%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 52.27%.