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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sankuld village had a total population of 301 people, including 131 males and 170 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,298 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 52.11%.
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 | 301 | 131 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 301, including 131 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Sankuld?
Sankuld had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankuld?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankuld was 62.75%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 52.11%.