Sakanyani - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Sakanyani is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 84 km from Narendra Nagar and around 84 km from New Tehri. Kharsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakanyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakanyani is 044588. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.37 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sakanyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sakanyani
As per Census 2011, Sakanyani village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 35 males and 52 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,485 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 31 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakanyani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 5 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Sakanyani
Sakanyani 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 Sakanyani
Public transport in the Sakanyani 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 Sakanyani is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sakanyani is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakanyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakanyani 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 Sakanyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakanyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sakanyani
Where is Sakanyani located?
Sakanyani village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakanyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakanyani is Kharsara.
What is the pincode of Sakanyani?
The pincode of Sakanyani is 249146.
What is the population of Sakanyani?
Sakanyani has a total population of 87, including 35 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Sakanyani?
There are 18 households in Sakanyani.
What is the literacy rate in Sakanyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakanyani is 64.37%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 50.00%.