Sankuld - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Sankuld is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Sankuld village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankuld is 043212. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.49 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sankuld village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankuld
As per Census 2011, Sankuld village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 131 males and 170 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,297 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 146 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankuld are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 131 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 81 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 50 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Sankuld
Sankuld 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 Sankuld
Sankuld is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Devprayag to Sankuld is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sankuld is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankuld
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankuld village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankuld
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankuld village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankuld
Where is Sankuld located?
Sankuld village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankuld?
Sankuld is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankuld?
The pincode of Sankuld is 249122.
What is the population of Sankuld?
Sankuld has a total population of 301, including 131 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Sankuld?
There are 73 households in Sankuld.
What is the literacy rate in Sankuld?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankuld is 51.50%. Male literacy is 61.83% and female literacy is 43.53%.