Sarkanda
Sarkanda is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Sarkanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkanda unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Sarkanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sarkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkanda is 042753. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249181. Tehri is nearest town to Sarkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km away.
Google Map of Sarkanda
Population of Sarkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkanda has a total population of about 286, with approximately 107 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1672 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.78%, with male literacy at about 85.98% and female literacy near 55.31%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 107 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 15 | 80 |
Connectivity of Sarkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkanda
- Where is Sarkanda located?
- Sarkanda village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkanda?
- Sarkanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarkanda?
- The pincode of Sarkanda is 249181, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkanda is 286, with 107 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkanda village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkanda is 66.78%. The male literacy rate is 85.98%, while the female literacy rate is 55.31%.